Nabi Gul Banned for Three Domestic Matches in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy Final

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PCB Imposes Ban on Nabi Gul for Misconduct

Nabi Gul, a key player for the Peshawar Region, has been handed a three-match ban for violating the PCB Code of Conduct during the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2024-25 final held at the UBL Sports Complex in Karachi. The decision was made following his actions on the second day of the match against the Sialkot Region.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) found Nabi guilty of breaching Article 2.15 (a) of the Code of Conduct, which relates to “Attempting to gain an unfair advantage during a match.” The breach was linked to an incident in the 73rd over of Sialkot’s first innings, where Nabi falsely claimed a catch after dropping the ball.

Nabi Gul violated Level Three rules of the PCB Code of Conduct.
The offense involved misleading the umpires during the match.
The ban spans three domestic matches, as determined by Match Referee Iqbal Sheikh.

What Does Article 2.15 (a) State?

The specific rule violated by Nabi outlines actions that attempt to unfairly alter match outcomes. This includes:

Deliberate deception of umpires, such as false catch claims.
Seeking off-field assistance for referrals during play.
Bringing objects onto the field to alter the ball’s condition.

Nabi’s claim fell under the first category, where he knowingly misled the umpires about a dropped catch.

Sanctions Imposed After a Quick Admission

The charges were brought forward by on-field umpires Faisal Khan Aafreedi and Rashid Riaz, with confirmation from TV Umpire Imran Jawed. Nabi accepted his guilt, eliminating the need for a formal hearing. Match Referee Iqbal Sheikh promptly imposed the suspension.

Impact on Nabi Gul and Peshawar Team

This ban sidelines Nabi from three crucial domestic matches, impacting his team and personal career. For Peshawar, losing a player of Nabi’s caliber during the domestic circuit creates a significant challenge in upcoming fixtures.

Upholding Integrity in Cricket

The PCB emphasized its commitment to maintaining the integrity of cricket. Misconduct like Nabi’s undermines fair play, a core value of the sport. By enforcing strict penalties, the PCB aims to discourage similar behavior in the future.

Summary of Events

Incident Date: Day two of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy Final.
Violation: False catch claim in the 73rd over.
Match Officials: Faisal Khan Aafreedi, Rashid Riaz, Imran Jawed, and Match Referee Iqbal Sheikh.
Outcome: Three-match domestic ban.

This disciplinary action serves as a reminder for all players to uphold the spirit of the game and adhere to the highest standards of sportsmanship.

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