Younis Khan Criticizes PCB's Heavy Fine on Naseem Shah Amid Controversy
Mohsin Naqvi warned of fallout as Younis Khan blasts PCB's 'excessive and demoralising' call on Naseem Shah
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Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for imposing a hefty fine on fast bowler Naseem Shah for a social media post. Khan warned PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi that such actions could demoralize players and called for a reconsideration of the decision.
- 01Younis Khan condemned the PCB's fine on Naseem Shah as excessive.
- 02Naseem was fined PKR 20 million for a social media post against a politician.
- 03Khan suggested the PCB should focus on supporting players instead of punishing them severely.
- 04He highlighted that Naseem had already apologized and fired his social media manager.
- 05Former cricketer Basit Ali revealed that a two-year ban was initially considered but was averted by Naqvi.
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Younis Khan, the former captain of the Pakistan cricket team, has publicly criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for imposing a PKR 20 million fine on fast bowler Naseem Shah due to a social media post that sarcastically targeted Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during the opening of the PSL 2026 tournament. Khan described the PCB's decision as 'excessive' and warned that such harsh penalties could demoralize players. He noted that after Naseem apologized and clarified that his social media manager was responsible for the post, the PCB could have opted for a warning instead of a heavy fine. Khan emphasized the need for the PCB to support its players rather than punish them severely. Additionally, former cricketer Basit Ali disclosed that the PCB initially considered a two-year ban for Naseem but that PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi intervened to reduce the punishment to a monetary fine, citing concerns for Naseem's career.
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The PCB's decision may affect player morale and their willingness to express themselves publicly, potentially impacting team dynamics.
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