Mohammad Rizwan Faces Gambling Investigation, Petition Quashed by Lahore Court
Rizwan says the agency gave no specific allegation as investigators review phones and financial transactions in an ongoing inquiry, sources told Geo News.
- Chief Justice Aalia Neelum of the Lahore High Court is scheduled to hear cricketer Mohammad Rizwan's petition today, challenging a summons from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency .
- Earlier this month, Rizwan and Pakistan Test opener Imam-ul-Haq appeared before the NCCIA regarding an inquiry into online betting, though Rizwan questioned the lack of specific allegations provided by investigators.
- Sources told Geo News the investigation examines financial dealings and information allegedly leaked from the Pakistan dressing room during the Test series against England, following recent team changes.
- Forensic examination of mobile phones is underway after the Pakistan Cricket Board handed over the devices to relevant authorities, though no final findings have been officially announced.
- While the agency continues its forensic scrutiny of digital information and contacts, Rizwan's petition seeks to halt NCCIA actions until a court issues a final decision on the probe.
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Mohammad Rizwan approaches ICC Anti-Corruption Unit over mobile phone seizure by Pakistan's cyber crime agency
Mohammad Rizwan has reached out to the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit seeking clarification on his situation after his mobile phone was confiscated by Pakistan's cyber crime agency. Despite his efforts, the Lahore High Court dismissed his petition contesting the agency's notices. Rizwan is looking for answers about the procedures involved and the role of the ICC, as the investigation pertains to betting and alleged leaks from the dressing room.
Mohammad Rizwan has contacted the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) amid an investigation by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). He has sought clarification on the process of bringing his mobile phone, seized in England, back to Pakistan and conducting its forensic examination. Imam ul Haq is also under investigation in this case.
Mohammad Rizwan faces gambling investigation, petition quashed by Lahore Court
Rizwan, who claims the inquiries are baseless and aimed at tarnishing his reputation, was questioned last week in Lahore, where his mobile phone was seized after a significant defeat to England.
Mohammed Rizwans petition against NCCIA dismissed by Lahore High Court - The Tribune
Rizwan had filed a writ petition on Wednesday through his lawyers at the court, arguing that NCCIA had not specified the reason behind inquiring into him and the agency also did not have jurisdiction over the matter, which the petition said was "purportedly in respect of online betting/gambling in the sports of Pakistan cricket".
Pakistan Wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan Named in NCCIA Probe Into Online Betting Allegations | 🏏 LatestLY
Mohammad Rizwan faces intensified scrutiny as the Lahore High Court dismisses his petition against NCCIA summons today, September 17, 2026. The investigation, which emerged after Pakistan's 0-3 Test series defeat in England, now explicitly includes serious online betting and gambling allegations, putting the star wicketkeeper-batter in a precarious position. 🏏 Pakistan Wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan Named in NCCIA Probe Into Online Betting Allega…
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