The controversy surrounding Pakistan opening batter Imam-ul-Haq’s injury has taken a new turn, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly considering a high-level investigation and a possible ban of up to two years.
According to a private TV channel, the PCB is set to establish a high-level committee to investigate the matter related to Imam-ul-Haq’s injury, which could result in strict action against him.
Sources say the PCB also has concerns regarding wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan’s discipline, and the board may take strict action against him in the future. According to sources, Mohammad Rizwan may not be included in any Pakistan team in the future.
Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan were among the players released by the PCB during major changes to the Test squad ahead of the third and final Test against England.
Imam-ul-Haq suffered a calf injury while fielding on the first day of the Lord’s Test, which made him unavailable to bat in Pakistan’s first innings the following day.
Pakistan were bowled out for just 110 runs in reply to England’s 290. Imam-ul-Haq was also unable to bat in the second innings, while Pakistan lost the match by 194 runs while chasing a target of 389. England consequently won the Lord’s Test and clinched the series.
According to the report, following developments concerning Imam-ul-Haq’s injury, the PCB decided to conduct a high-level investigation into the matter. However, any final action against him will be decided only after the investigation is completed.
