PCB reacts to reports of a Pakistan cricketer misbehaving with a female hotel staff member in Sri Lanka

According to reports published on Telecom Asia Sport, a member of the Pakistan contingent in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 was reportedly found misbehaving with a female staff member during the campaign in Sri Lanka.

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Notably, the incident reportedly happened before Pakistan’s last Super8 clash against the hosts, Sri Lanka. However, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was quick to reject the claims with an official statement. 

"The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken serious notice of baseless and fake news aired by ARY News regarding Pakistani left-arm fast bowler Salman Mirza," the board said in a statement. 

"PCB strongly condemns the broadcast of such unverified and misleading information and considers it malicious and irresponsible journalism. The board reserves the right to take appropriate action against those involved in spreading false news,” the statement added.

“The top management of Golden Crown Hotel wanted the matter to be dealt with strongly, but Cheema apologised on behalf of the player and fined him for misbehaviour,” A report from Pakistan media stated.

Interestingly, Pakistan failed to make it to the semi-finals after they couldn’t contain Sri Lanka for 147 or less runs in their 213-run chase in the Super8 clash. Eventually, they returned home in batches on Sunday and Monday.

Reportedly, the player is also likely to appear before the PCB Disciplinary Committee for further hearing. The report said that Pakistani players and backroom staff have a history of misconduct on tours in the recent past.

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Young Pakistan batter Haider Ali was arrested by Manchester Police in 2025 on charges of raping a girl on the Pakistan Shaheens tour of England. Moreover, Pakistan team masseur Malang Ali was also reported and fined for misbehaviour with a female staff member on a tour of Malaysia, a few years earlier.

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