The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has categorically denied reports suggesting a Pakistan cricketer misbehaved with a female staff member at the Golden Crown Hotel in Kandy.
Serious accusations against Pakistan cricket
Earlier today, reports had emerged suggesting the PCB will impose a fine and take disciplinary action against the said player. The cricketer, who wasn’t named, had allegedly behaved inappropriately with a housekeeping staff member before Pakistan’s last Super 8 match against Sri Lanka.
The incident occurred between February 25 and 28. The alleged victim raised an alarm before other employees came in to help her. The matter was obviously taken to Pakistan’s team manager, Naveed Cheema, who apologised to the hotel on behalf of the player. The player could have landed in huge trouble had Cheema not been there.
PCB denies claims
Pakistani media publication ARY News had alleged that the unnamed cricketer in question was left-arm fast bowler Salman Mirza. The PCB has responded to the rumours, calling them misleading and threatening to take action.
“PCB has taken serious notice of baseless and fake news aired by ARY News regarding a Pakistani left-arm fast bowler. PCB strongly condemns the broadcast of such unverified and misleading information and views this act as malicious and irresponsible. PCB reserves the right to take appropriate action against those involved in spreading false news,” PCB said.
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