ACB Takes Action, Delays Contracts for Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen ul Haq, and Fazalhaq Farooqi

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has penalized three players - Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen ul Haq, and Fazalhaq Farooqi - for delaying their central contracts due to their prioritization of personal interests over national duties. The board's decision has sparked discussions in the cricketing community, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal aspirations with national commitments.

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In a significant move, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has imposed sanctions and postponed central contracts for three prominent players: Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen ul Haq, and Fazalhaq Farooqi. The reason cited by the ACB is these players' apparent prioritization of personal interests over national duties by engaging extensively in commercial leagues worldwide.

A statement released by the ACB highlighted that the trio had conveyed their intent to participate in franchise tournaments globally while expressing reluctance to commit to central contracts with Afghanistan. This stance was viewed as a deviation from their national responsibility to represent the country in cricket.

The board, perceiving this as a breach of commitment, declared disciplinary measures against the players. It underscored the significance of aligning personal aspirations with the national interest, emphasizing the duty of players to uphold the country's honor and commitments.

Responding to the severity of the situation, the ACB established a committee tasked with investigating the matter thoroughly. The committee's objective was to devise recommendations aligned with the board's best interests.

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The repercussions of the committee's findings were profound. Firstly, the players are barred from eligibility for central contracts for a year, with their participation in events to be decided on a case-by-case basis. Secondly, there's a proposed revocation of their NOCs (No Objection Certificates), making them ineligible for such permissions for two years, potentially impacting their involvement in franchise cricket.

This decision by the ACB reverberated strongly within the cricketing community, sending a resolute message that the principles of the board and the country's interests take precedence over individual ambitions.

It's noteworthy that Mujeeb recently joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL 2024 auction, while Naveen and Farooqi are associated with Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad, respectively, in ongoing tournaments.