NCCIA Probe Into Rizwan and Imam Nearing Completion, Says Naqvi

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi says the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) probe into cricketers Rizwan and Imam is close to completion, and expects it to wrap up within days.

What the Probe Is About

The NCCIA is investigating senior players Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq over allegations of leaking confidential information and dressing-room matters during Pakistan’s 0-3 Test series defeat in England. Speaking to media in Lahore on Friday, Naqvi said he had spoken with the agency, which wanted more clarification from Rizwan before finalising its findings. He gave no exact timeline.

Both players have been cleared to resume domestic cricket while the investigation remains pending.

Central Contracts

Naqvi said the new central contracts have been finalised or will be completed by the next day, with an announcement expected soon. The announcement is about three months late, as the previous contracts expired on July 31.

PSL Franchises and Team Selection

On the PSL, Naqvi said franchise owners, including the new teams and Multan Sultans, who paid large sums should not expect profits within a year or two and should have carried out feasibility studies first. Owners who wish to sell for a profit may do so under the prescribed rules. Asked about many players debuting in Tests and some being dropped after a few matches, he said he was satisfied with the state of Pakistan cricket and expects better results once the next batch of young players is ready over roughly six months.

NCA Renovation

Renovation of the National Cricket Academy in Lahore has begun, with a completion deadline of January 31, 2027. The upgraded facility will be able to train more players.

At a Glance

• NCCIA probe into Rizwan and Imam expected to finish within days
• Both players cleared to play domestic cricket in the meantime
• New central contracts due soon, about three months late
• NCA Lahore renovation due by January 31, 2027

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