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PCB issues NOCs to national cricketers for foreign leagues

By World Desk August 8, 2026 Sports
PCB issues

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to several national cricketers, allowing them to participate in overseas leagues.

The PCB has granted NOCs to Hasan Nawaz, Hunain Shah, Naseem Shah and Usman Khan for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). NOCs have also been issued to Muaz Sadaqat, Sahibzada Farhan, Sufiyan Muqeem and Shadab Khan for participation in the tournament.

The players have been granted permission to play in the CPL from August 19 to September 21.

Meanwhile, spinner Noman Ali has received an NOC to represent Lancashire County until September 27.

Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Haris has been granted permission for the CPL from August 7 to September 20, while mystery spinner Usman Tariq will be available for the tournament from August 8 to September 18.

All-rounder Usama Mir has also been issued an NOC for the CPL from August 7 to September 21.

The PCB’s decision allows national players to gain international league experience while managing their availability for Pakistan’s upcoming cricket commitments.