PCB issues NOCs to cricketers to take part in overseas T20 leagues

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to several national cricketers, and allowed them to participate in overseas franchise leagues, including the Global Super League 2026 and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). The sources in PCB said that a total of 13 players have been granted NOCs to feature in the Global Super League 2026, enabling them to represent their respective franchises during the tournament. The players who have received clearance include Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Farhan Yousaf, Shamyl Hussain, Mehran Mumtaz, Usman Khan, Ali Shabbir, Mohammad Farooq, Mohammad Imran, Mohammad Basit, and Khalil Ahmed. The PCB regularly issues NOCs to contracted and domestic players after reviewing the domestic and international cricket calendar to ensure that participation in foreign leagues does not clash with Pakistan’s national commitments or scheduled domestic competitions. In a separate development, the board has also granted an NOC to Muaz Sadaqat for participation in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). The approval allows the promising cricketer to gain valuable experience by competing alongside some of the world’s leading T20 players. The issuance of NOCs reflects the PCB’s continued policy of supporting players’ participation in reputable international franchise tournaments, provided it does not affect national duties. Such leagues offer Pakistani cricketers the opportunity to enhance their skills, gain international exposure, and compete in different playing conditions against top-quality opposition. The participation in overseas leagues is also viewed as beneficial for player development, as it enabled cricketers to refine their game under diverse coaching environments while contributing to their professional growth. The PCB is likely to continue evaluating NOC requests on a case-by-case basis, taking into account Pakistan’s international schedu