The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has stirred uncertainty regarding the participation of Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Naveen Ul Haq in the IPL 2024 season. The ACB’s decision to revoke their No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and delay their annual central contracts has raised significant doubts about their involvement in one of the most popular T20 leagues globally.
The ACB’s move came in response to the players expressing their desire to opt out of the annual central contracts, citing a preference for participation in various franchise leagues over national duty. This decision, viewed by the ACB as prioritizing personal interests over national responsibilities, prompted disciplinary measures against the trio.
The specific actions taken by the ACB include delaying the annual central contracts for Mujeeb, Farooqi, and Naveen by one year, starting from January 1, 2024. Additionally, the board has chosen not to grant NOCs to these players for the next two years, effectively revoking their immediate participation in franchise leagues, including the IPL.
All three cricketers were part of IPL franchises, with Mujeeb joining the Kolkata Knight Riders, Farooqi retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Naveen being a member of the Lucknow Super Giants. The immediate suspension of their NOCs casts a shadow over their IPL participation, leaving franchise teams in a state of uncertainty.
The ACB’s committee, assigned to investigate the matter, concluded that the players had formally communicated their decision to be released from the annual central contract, effective from January 1, 2024. The committee recommended specific measures, including the suspension of central contracts and the denial of NOCs for the stated duration.
This development has wider implications for the players’ future in franchise cricket, including their IPL commitments. The immediate impact of these decisions raises questions about the trio’s availability for the upcoming IPL season and other T20 leagues. While the situation may evolve in the coming months, the ACB’s strict stance emphasizes the importance of aligning players’ priorities with national responsibilities. The cricketing community awaits further developments as the players and franchises navigate through this complex situation.
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