Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq Set for Quaid-e-Azam Trophy Return

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan and opening batter Imam-ul-Haq are set to take part in the upcoming Quaid-e-Azam Trophy after making themselves available for their regional teams.

Key points

• While Rizwan received permission to play for SNGPL against Khan Research Laboratories (KRL), after the clearance, Imam was allowed to represent OGDCL against Ghani Glass.
• Their absence came against the backdrop of an ongoing investigation by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) into noted allegations involving online betting and gambling activities.
• As reports indicate, Rizwan will represent Peshawar, while Imam will play for Multan in the first-class tournament.
• Nevertheless, both players missed the first six rounds after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) initially denied them permission to participate.
• The PCB eventually cleared both players to return to domestic cricket before the seventh and final round of the President's Trophy Grade-I.

As reports indicate, Rizwan will represent Peshawar, while Imam will play for Multan in the first-class tournament. It begins November 3. Adelaide Strikers Sign Pakistani Fast Bowler for BBL 16.

Both players lately participated in the President's Trophy Grade-I 2026-27, with Rizwan representing Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Imam playing for Oil and Gas Development Business Limited (OGDCL).

Rizwan captained SNGPL, while Imam led OGDCL in the competition. It began September 12.

Their absence came against the backdrop of an ongoing investigation by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) into noted allegations involving online betting and gambling activities. They additionally faced an inquiry over the alleged leaking of dressing-room information during Pakistan's previous tour of England.

Their participation was additionally initially affected by worries over mandatory preseason fitness assessments and whether they had submitted their fitness reports before the required deadline. ICC Penalizes Pakistan for Slow Over-Rate in ODI Tri-Series Final.

Meanwhile, the PCB eventually cleared both players to return to domestic cricket before the seventh and final round of the President's Trophy Grade-I.

For context, the first round of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy Grade-I is scheduled to commence November 3, with both players anticipated to strengthen their respective regional teams in Pakistan's premier first-class competition. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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