Pakistan Cricket Board is mulling banning former players for taking part in the unsanctioned Asian Legends League. The tournament, which was set to take place in Zambia, was previously distanced from by the Zambia Cricket Union, which clarified the league was “not sanctioned, approved or endorsed by ZCU”.
What action is the PCB taking?
PCB confirmed that disciplinary actions will be taken against players who have participated in the league, which began on July 31. Among the six teams in the tournament, Pakistan Panthers was comprised entirely of former Pakistan players, though it is understood that only some players from the 16-member squad took part in the league.
“In light of the above, the following disciplinary measures will be taken on individuals found to have participated in the said unsanctioned event without obtaining the requisite approvals from the PCB,” the PCB statement said.
“A ban of two years from the issuance of any PCB No Objection Certificate (NOC) for participation in approved overseas cricket leagues or events. [And] Ineligibility for any cricketing, coaching, consultancy, mentoring and/or other assignments with the PCB and the PSL for a period of two years.”
Wider context
Former cricketers from a total of nine nations were included for the competition, though boards from these nations are yet to issue any statement about the league.
“The PCB remains fully committed to upholding the ICC regulations and safeguarding the integrity and governance of the game,” the PCB statement said. “The board reiterates that all current and former cricketers seeking to participate in overseas cricket events requiring PCB clearance must obtain the necessary approvals and NOCs prior to participation.”
Pakistan Panthers:Sharjeel Khan, Kamran Akmal, Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Umar Akmal, Imran Nazir, Saeed Ajmal, Sohail Tanvir, Yasir Shah, Naved-ul-Hasan, Mohammad Irfan, Zulfiqar Babar, Rahat Ali, Hasan Raza, Yasir Bhatt and Rana Naeem Anwar.
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