PCB Bans Young Pakistan Cricketer for 2 Years Over Visa Misconduct, Imposes PKR 1 Million Fine

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has awarded Hamza Nazar a two-year ban for giving false information withholding of material facts while applying for a visa. The board after conducting an investigation, declared Hamza as ineligible to take any part in any cricket activity, both in domestic and international cricket, due to violation of the board's disciplinary rules.

Disciplinary action is in response to a review of the information Hamza provided when he applied for a visa via the PCB. During the investigation, he was found to have failed to offer complete and accurate information, faked information and concealed information during the application process.

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The PCB set up a three-member inquiry committee to look into the circumstances of Hamza's visa application. The all-rounder was provided an opportunity as part of the disciplinary process to give his side of the story and address the allegations. The committee looked at his submissions and all evidence available before considering all factors in the case. Finalized, it presented its results and suggestions to the PCB for further action. The board carefully reviewed the committee's report and determined that disciplinary action was warranted.

It then issued a two-year ban on Hamza, barring him from playing any domestic or international cricket for two years. The PCB also slapped a fine on the youngster PKR for violating its disciplinary norms of one million PKR.

After a detailed consideration of the committee's recommendations, the PCB has decided to suspend Hamza Nazar and fine him PKR one million from all domestic and international cricket for two years.

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The PCB has stated in a media release that the matter is taken very seriously and that any individual who is associated with Pakistan cricket will not be allowed to tarnish the reputation of the PCB, Pakistan Cricket or the millions of fans who love and follow the game.

A big blow for Hamza

In the meantime, Hamza was making his name in the domestic circuit with a series of highly impressive performances, and had become one of the emerging stars of the Pakistan series. He made regular appearances and was said to be gunning for a spot in Pakistan's squad to tour the West Indies two times recently. But the problem came to light before the squad was made up, and consequently his selection was lost and was also subject to disciplinary action by PCB.

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