Mohammad Rizwan Challenges NCCIA Summons in Lahore High Court

Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has taken legal action against the NCCIA by filing a writ petition in the Lahore High Court. This move comes after he and teammate Imam-ul-Haq were summoned for questioning following Pakistan's 3-0 Test series defeat to England. Rizwan is questioning the legitimacy of the investigation and the agency's authority to summon him, citing a lack of specific allegations. The inquiry is believed to be linked to a broader internal investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding player conduct. As the situation unfolds, Rizwan's performance and selection for upcoming tours are also under scrutiny.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 17, 2026, 01:06 IST

Rizwan Takes Legal Action Against NCCIA

Lahore [Pakistan], September 17: Mohammad Rizwan, the wicketkeeper-batter for Pakistan, has initiated a writ petition in the Lahore High Court to contest the summons issued by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). This action follows his appearance before the agency last week.

Rizwan, along with teammate Imam-ul-Haq, was called in for questioning by the NCCIA after Pakistan's disappointing 3-0 Test series loss to England. Both players attended the agency's office in Lahore last Thursday, where they were handed extensive questionnaires to fill out and return, as reported by a sports news outlet.

While Imam has reportedly submitted his answers through a representative before the September 15 deadline, Rizwan has expressed concerns regarding the investigation's legitimacy and the NCCIA's authority to summon him.

In his writ petition filed on Monday, Rizwan highlighted the lack of specific allegations against him and questioned the agency's jurisdiction in this matter.

The NCCIA's questionnaire is said to have requested details about the players' travel and financial backgrounds, along with personal and professional information. It remains uncertain if this inquiry is linked to a separate internal investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Last week, the PCB announced that it had commenced an internal disciplinary inquiry in response to media reports regarding player conduct and discipline, which are currently under review.

Following a 194-run defeat to England in the second Test at Lord's, Rizwan and Imam were among seven players sent home. Pakistan had also lost the first Test by an innings and 103 runs.

In response, the PCB made significant changes to the squad, dismissing head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul, while bringing in seven replacements, including five uncapped players.

Pakistan subsequently lost the third Test at Edgbaston by eight wickets. Among the newcomers, Razaullah made a notable debut, taking four wickets and scoring 81 runs.

During the England tour, Rizwan's batting performance was underwhelming, with scores of 12, 41, 7, and 1 across the two Tests he participated in. Despite his batting struggles, his wicketkeeping skills were still highly praised.

Imam, on the other hand, suffered a grade-one tear in his left calf on the first day of play at Lord's, preventing him from batting or fielding in that match. Pakistan's chief selector, Aaqib Javed, publicly questioned the legitimacy of the injury and indicated that it would be investigated.

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi also mentioned that factors beyond mere performance were being scrutinized in relation to the squad changes.

“We have had discussions to understand the reasons behind these decisions. They encompass factors beyond performance, and we will uncover the truth,” Naqvi stated, according to a sports news outlet.

The selection of Rizwan and Imam for the tours of the West Indies and England has faced criticism, leading the PCB to request a written explanation from a member of its selection committee regarding their selection process.

Following the squad changes, selector Misbah-ul-Haq resigned from his position.