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PCB Terminates Haris Rauf's Central Contract, Denies NOC To Play Foreign Leagues
The Pakistan Cricket Board: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has terminated the central contract of fast bowler Haris Rauf that dates from December 1, 2023, following his refusal to join Pakistan’s Test squad for the recent tour of Australia. Additionally, Rauf has been barred from obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to play in any foreign league until June 30, 2024.
The PCB emphasized that playing for Pakistan is the highest honour for any sportsperson and deemed Rauf's refusal to join the Test squad without a valid medical report or justifiable reason as a material violation of his central contract.
Despite being called upon to represent his country, Rauf opted to participate in the Big Bash League 2023-24 for the Melbourne Stars while Pakistan faced Australia in Tests.
