The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to reinstate the central contract of Haris Rauf, acknowledging that their previous decision to terminate it was a mistake.
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi admitted the error during a press conference in Lahore, attributing the decision to a misunderstanding and describing Rauf as a “star player for Pakistan”.
“I received a letter from Haris Rauf who made his case very nicely,” Naqvi said at a press conference in Lahore. “There was a misunderstanding, and an incorrect decision was taken. His contract has been restored.”
He further emphasized the importance of looking after Rauf, considering him a vital asset for the team, especially during his recovery from a dislocated shoulder sustained during the recently concluded Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9.
“I was worried about him because he’s injured, and there were concerns about who would facilitate his treatment. We will now have insurance cover that because he’s our star player, and it’s important to take care of him.”
This reversal comes less than six weeks after Rauf’s contract was terminated due to his refusal to join Pakistan’s Test tour to Australia.
At the time, chief selector Wahab Riaz criticized Rauf, accusing him of harming Pakistan cricket and breaking his commitment. However, Rauf contested these claims.
The decision to terminate Rauf’s contract was announced just days before the start of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), causing controversy.
Rauf managed to participate in four games for Lahore Qalandars before sustaining a shoulder injury while attempting a catch, forcing him out of the remainder of the tournament.
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