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Follow UsOn Monday (January 8), the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) have modified their previously imposed sanctions on the trio of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Naveen-Ul-Haq after a thorough investigation.
According to the latest modification, the three players can participate in franchise leagues and still receive central contracts. But there’s a catch: the players will have to show full commitment to national duties and ACB’s interest, putting them in a similar position as before. It was in the wake of the three players showing a strong desire to represent the national team.
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The modified statement from the board supersedes the previous measures imposed on the player.
- Final Warning and Salary Deduction: Each player shall receive a final written warning and face a specific salary deduction from their monthly earnings and/or match fees.
- Limited NOCs: ACB will strictly consider the issuance of the NOCs to the respected players while prioritizing the national duty and ACB’s interests.
- Central Contract: ACB may grant central contracts to these players while strictly monitoring their performance and discipline in events.
“The players have undoubtedly contributed to the team’s success and have represented the nation to the best of their values. We really hope they avoid making similar inconveniences in the future as we expect them to represent the country in the best of manners,” Mirwais Ashraf, the ACB Chairman, said in the wake of the entire controversy that surrounded the three players.
“The ACB and the rules are above all of us and it’s important to adhere to the regulations because there are no exceptions for anyone in this regard. However, such cases of a similar nature would be dealt with more strictly as we prioritize the prestige of the Afghanistan Cricket and the organization,” he added.
The trio were named in Afghanistan's 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against India, starting January 11 (Thursday).
