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Rizwan, Imam Miss President's Trophy

Pakistani cricketers face setback, miss opening round

Mumbai Alert · Sports Desk
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Sports Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 11 September 2026 at 05:19 pm
Rizwan, Imam Miss President's Trophy

Pakistani cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq will miss the opening round of the President's Trophy Grade-I due to their inability to meet fitness requirements.

The decision comes after a challenging tour in England, where the team faced several recalls.

Rizwan and Imam are currently under scrutiny due to a cybercrime investigation triggered by evidence from their mobile phones.

The investigation, initiated by Pakistani authorities, has led to the players being summoned for questioning.

As a result, they have been unable to focus on their fitness and training, leading to their exclusion from the initial round of the tournament.

The President's Trophy Grade-I is a prestigious domestic cricket competition in Pakistan, featuring top teams and players from the country.

Rizwan and Imam are key players for the Pakistani national team and their absence from the tournament will be felt.

The cybercrime investigation has added to the challenges faced by the Pakistani cricket team, which has been struggling to find form in recent times.

The team's performance in England was marked by recalls and inconsistent play, leading to criticism from fans and experts.

The absence of Rizwan and Imam from the President's Trophy Grade-I will give other players an opportunity to showcase their skills and stake a claim for a spot in the national team.

The tournament is expected to be highly competitive, with several top teams and players vying for the top prize.

The Pakistani cricket board will be hoping that Rizwan and Imam can resolve their issues and return to the team soon, as their experience and skills are crucial to the team's success.

In the meantime, the team will have to rely on other players to fill the gap left by the absent duo.

The President's Trophy Grade-I is an important tournament for Pakistani cricket, as it provides a platform for players to showcase their skills and compete against top opposition.

The tournament will be closely watched by fans and experts, who will be eager to see how the team performs without two of its key players.

The Pakistani cricket team will be looking to bounce back from its recent struggles and perform well in the tournament, despite the absence of Rizwan and Imam.

Frequently asked questions

Why are Rizwan and Imam missing the President's Trophy?

They are unable to meet fitness requirements due to a cybercrime investigation.

What is the President's Trophy Grade-I?

It is a prestigious domestic cricket competition in Pakistan.

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