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Mohammad Rizwan Denied Nepal League NOC, Told To Play Domestic Cricket
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News18•18-10-2026, 15:30
Mohammad Rizwan Denied Nepal League NOC, Told To Play Domestic Cricket
- •Mohammad Rizwan sought a No Objection Certificate from the PCB to play in the Nepal Premier League but was directed to play domestic cricket instead.
- •SNGPL director of cricket Mohammad Hafeez confirmed that Rizwan will captain SNGPL against Khan Research Laboratories in the President's Trophy Grade-I starting October 19.
- •Rizwan's domestic return was previously delayed due to an ongoing inquiry following his early departure from Pakistan's tour of England.
- •The PCB and National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency are currently conducting an inquiry involving Rizwan, prompting his temporary recall to Lahore earlier.
- •The PCB may consider his NOC request for overseas leagues after the conclusion of the domestic President's Trophy.
Key Questions Answered
Mohammad Rizwan approached the Pakistan Cricket Board requesting a no-objection certificate to participate in the Nepal Premier League.
Instead of receiving clearance for the overseas league, Rizwan was instructed by Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited management to join their squad and captain them against Khan Research Laboratories in the final round of the President’s Trophy Grade-I 2026-27.
His participation was delayed due to an ongoing disciplinary inquiry being conducted by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency following his abrupt return from Pakistan's tour of England.
