Nabi Gul Banned for Three Domestic Matches

News Desk

Karachi: Peshawar Region’s Nabi Gul has been suspended for three domestic matches after being found guilty of a Level 3 breach of the PCB Code of Conduct during the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2024-25 final at the UBL Sports Complex, Karachi.

Nabi violated Article 2.15(a) of the Code of Conduct, which pertains to “attempting to gain an unfair advantage during a match.” This includes actions such as deliberately deceiving umpires, seeking off-field assistance for referrals, or altering the ball’s condition using foreign objects.

The incident occurred on Friday, the second day of the five-day final, when Nabi falsely claimed a catch in the 73rd over of Sialkot Region’s first innings, despite clearly dropping the ball.

On-field umpires Faisal Khan Aafreedi and Rashid Riaz, with assistance from TV Umpire Imran Jawed, charged Nabi with the offense. Match Referee Iqbal Sheikh imposed the sanction, and as Nabi pleaded guilty to the charge, no further hearing was necessary.