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🏏 PCB Hits Back Amid Shaheen Afridi-Salman Ali Agha Row: Legal Action on Cards?
Date: August 3, 2025
Source: PCB Official Statement | Media Reports
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has come out strongly against what it calls a “premeditated campaign of defamation” following recent rumors and reports surrounding a verbal spat between pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi and middle-order batter Salman Ali Agha.
The cricket board issued a public warning on Saturday evening, stating that it is prepared to initiate legal action against individuals or media houses spreading unverified or defamatory claims about its players.
🔥 What Sparked the Controversy?
Rumors surfaced earlier this week about a heated exchange between Afridi and Salman during a recent team practice session, allegedly escalating beyond words. Social media was flooded with unverified claims, memes, and speculative videos.
While no official footage of the incident has surfaced, the buzz online grew strong enough for the PCB to address it formally.
📢 PCB’s Official Statement
"The Pakistan Cricket Board strongly condemns the spread of baseless and malicious rumors. Any attempt to damage the reputation of our players or disrupt team harmony will not be tolerated," said a spokesperson.
The board further mentioned it is actively tracking the sources of these “deliberate leaks” and “fabricated narratives,” and is considering legal recourse against those responsible.
🧍 What Did the Players Say?
🎙 Shaheen Shah Afridi:
Shaheen has not made any direct public statement, but close sources from the team have termed the reports as “completely exaggerated” and “media-driven drama.”
🎙 Salman Ali Agha:
Similarly, Salman has refrained from commenting. However, insiders suggest both players have “moved on” and are focused on preparing for the next series.
🎯 Impact on Team Pakistan?
With Pakistan set to play a crucial series later this month, the PCB is clearly prioritizing team unity and media discipline. Sources say the management has already conducted a closed-door meeting to ensure players are not distracted.
This controversy, however, could impact how the team handles media in the coming days, especially as the World Test Championship and Champions Trophy 2025 approach.
📝 Final Thoughts
This incident highlights the growing tension between cricket boards and online media. While healthy criticism is part of the game, PCB's firm stance sends a message: character assassination will not go unchallenged.
Whether this results in actual legal action or simply remains a warning, it’s clear that PCB is not taking the matter lightly.
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