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India Today
3 days ago
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- India Today
Who is Haider Ali? Once Pakistan's U19 World Cup star amid criminal investigation
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has temporarily suspended 24-year-old cricketer Haider Ali during a criminal investigation in England. Greater Manchester Police are investigating an allegation made on July 23 in Manchester during the Pakistan Shaheens' tour of England. Haider was arrested on August 3 while playing a match, then released on bail. His passport has been PCB suspended him immediately and is giving him legal help while following UK legal rules. The Pakistan board said further action will be decided after the investigation ends and the facts are PCB has been made aware of a criminal investigation currently being conducted by the Greater Manchester Police involving cricketer Haider Ali. The investigation pertains to an incident that reportedly occurred during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England,' the PCB statement Ali's career in brief Born in October 2000 in Attock, Haider Ali is a right-handed batter regarded as one of Pakistan's promising white-ball prospects. He made his T20I debut against England in Manchester in 2020, followed by his ODI debut in November that year against 35 T20Is, Haider has scored 505 runs, including three half-centuries, at an average of 17.41 and a strike rate of 124.69. His ODI experience spans just two matches, in which he scored 42 runs at an average of was the vice-captain of Pakistan in the 2020 ICC U19 World Cup in South Africa, finishing as the team's third-highest run-getter with 107 runs from five matches at an average of 26.75, including a top score of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), he has represented Peshawar Zalmi, Karachi Kings, and Islamabad United. Across 49 PSL matches, he has scored 846 runs at 21.69 with four half-centuries. He was also part of Pakistan's squad for the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia, playing two matches and scoring two runs.- EndsMust Watch
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Business Standard
3 days ago
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- Business Standard
Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali suspended amid Rape probe in England
Pakistan batsman Haider Ali is under criminal investigation in England, his country's cricket board said while Greater Manchester Police said an arrest has been made following a rape allegation. The Pakistan Cricket Board said an investigation involving cricketer Haider Ali stemmed from an incident that reportedly occurred during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England. The PCB did not specify the nature of the investigation into the 24-year-old Ali. Greater Manchester Police told The Associated Press that on Monday they received a report of a rape and that we have arrested a 24-year-old man. It's alleged that the incident occurred on Wednesday 23 July 2025 at a premises in Manchester, the police statement added. The man has since been bailed pending further enquiries." Police in Britain typically do not name suspects at this stage of an investigation. The Shaheens team represents Pakistan in second-tier international cricket. Their 15-day tour started on July 22. The PCB suspended Ali "effective immediately, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation. The PCB fully respects the legal procedures and processes of the United Kingdom and acknowledges the importance of allowing the investigation to run its due course, it said. Ali has played two one-day internationals and 35 T20s for Pakistan since making his international debut in 2020. The PCB said Ali was provided appropriate legal support. Once the legal proceedings are concluded and all facts have been duly established, the PCB reserves the right to take appropriate action under its Code of Conduct, if necessary, it added.
India.com
3 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Who Is Haider Ali? Pakistan Cricketer Arrested In UK Over Rape Allegations During Shaheens' England Tour
photoDetails english 2942965 Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali has been arrested in the UK over rape allegations during the Pakistan Shaheens' tour of England, triggering a major controversy in world cricket. The Greater Manchester Police confirmed the alleged incident took place on July 23, 2025, in Manchester. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has provisionally suspended Haider and pledged full cooperation with UK authorities, while also providing him legal support. Haider, 24, debuted for Pakistan in 2020, playing 2 ODIs and 35 T20Is, and was once compared to Rohit Sharma for his elegant batting style. This shocking case has cast a shadow over Pakistan cricket's reputation. Updated:Aug 08, 2025, 08:41 AM IST 1. Haider Ali Arrested in Manchester Over Alleged Rape 1 / 10 Greater Manchester Police confirmed arresting a 24-year-old Pakistani cricketer on rape charges, with the alleged incident taking place in Manchester during the Pakistan Shaheens' England tour. 2. PCB Confirms Provisional Suspension Pending Investigation 2 / 10 The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has suspended Haider Ali immediately, pledging full cooperation with UK authorities while also launching its own internal inquiry under the board's Code of Conduct. 3. Alleged Incident Occurred During Shaheens' UK Tour 3 / 10 The alleged offence reportedly happened on July 23, 2025, in Manchester, just days before Pakistan Shaheens concluded their England tour, which ran from July 17 to August 6. 4. Haider Ali Was Interviewed Under Caution by UK Police 4 / 10 Although not currently in custody, Haider Ali has been interviewed under caution by Greater Manchester Police, a standard UK procedure in serious criminal investigations. 5. PCB Providing Legal Support to Haider Ali 5 / 10 The PCB stated it will provide Haider with legal assistance to protect his rights throughout the legal process, while respecting UK judicial procedures. 6. International Debut in Manchester in 2020 6 / 10 In a striking twist, Haider Ali made his international debut in Manchester on September 1, 2020, against England in a T20I—now the same city where he faces criminal allegations. 7. Career Stats Before Suspension 7 / 10 Before his suspension, Haider had played 2 ODIs and 35 T20Is for Pakistan, scoring 505 T20I runs with three fifties, and averaging over 47 in first-class cricket. 8. Once Compared to Rohit Sharma 8 / 10 Known for his elegant stroke play, solid off-side game, and pull shots, Haider Ali has been compared to Rohit Sharma, even calling the Indian captain his 'role model.' 9. Previous Controversy in 2021 9 / 10 This isn't Haider's first disciplinary setback—he was suspended during the 2021 Pakistan Super League for breaching Covid-19 bio-bubble protocols. 10. Scandal Draws Parallels to 2010 Spot-Fixing Case 10 / 10 The case has revived memories of Pakistan cricket's 2010 spot-fixing scandal in England, underlining the recurring cloud of controversy over the nation's cricket image.
Mint
3 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali arrested in UK over rape charges, PCB suspends him
Pakistan batsman Haider Ali is currently under criminal investigation in England, according to a statement released Thursday by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The investigation follows an alleged incident that took place during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England. Greater Manchester Police confirmed that an arrest has been made in connection with a rape allegation. The PCB acknowledged that the matter involves Haider Ali and stated it is cooperating with the relevant authorities, according to a report by the Associated Press. The PCB did not specify the nature of the investigation into the 24-year-old Ali, AP reported. Greater Manchester Police told The Associated Press that on Monday they received a report of a rape and that 'we have arrested a 24-year-old man.' 'It's alleged that the incident occurred on Wednesday 23 July 2025 at a premises in Manchester,' the police statement added. 'The man has since been bailed pending further enquiries." Police in Britain typically do not name suspects at this stage of an investigation. The Shaheens team represents Pakistan in second-tier international cricket. Their 15-day tour started on July 22. The PCB suspended Ali "effective immediately, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation.' 'The PCB fully respects the legal procedures and processes of the United Kingdom and acknowledges the importance of allowing the investigation to run its due course,' it said. Ali has played two one-day internationals and 35 T20s for Pakistan since making his international debut in 2020. The PCB said Ali was provided appropriate legal support. 'Once the legal proceedings are concluded and all facts have been duly established, the PCB reserves the right to take appropriate action under its Code of Conduct, if necessary,' it added.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Who is Haider Ali? Pakistan cricketer arrested in England on rape charge
Haider Ali (X Photo) Pakistan cricket has been rocked by fresh controversy after young batter Haider Ali was arrested in England over an alleged rape during the Pakistan Shaheens' tour of the United Kingdom. The 24-year-old, part of the national 'A' team, has been provisionally suspended by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) pending investigation. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed receiving a rape report on Monday. 'We have arrested a 24-year-old man… It's alleged the incident occurred on Wednesday 23 July 2025 at a premises in Manchester. The man has since been bailed pending further enquiries,' the statement read. British police typically do not name suspects at this stage. Poll Do you believe this incident will impact the reputation of Pakistan cricket? Yes, significantly No, it won't have much effect It depends on the outcome of the investigation A PCB spokesperson confirmed: 'We have suspended Haider until the investigation is completed and will conduct our own inquiry in the UK.' The board said it would cooperate fully with legal proceedings while providing Haider with legal support. Old Trafford cricket ground: A stadium tour of the iconic venue in Manchester Haider Ali : Young career cut short? Haider Ali, who debuted in 2020, has played two ODIs and 35 T20Is for Pakistan, scoring 505 T20I runs with three fifties. In first-class cricket, he averages over 47 with 1,797 runs in 27 matches but is yet to play Test cricket. Born in Attock, he made his international debut in Manchester — the same city where the current case has arisen — in a T20I against England on September 1, 2020. Haider last played for Pakistan against Afghanistan at Asian Games in Hangzhou on October 6, 2023. Once considered among Pakistan's brightest young batting talents, Haider's career has faced prior setbacks, including a suspension for breaching Covid-19 protocols during the 2021 PSL. The Shaheens' UK tour (July 17–August 6) included two drawn three-day games and a 2–1 one-day series win. The case evokes memories of Pakistan's 2010 spot-fixing scandal, when Salman Butt , Mohammad Amir, and Mohammad Asif were jailed in England, underscoring the recurring shadow of controversy over the nation's cricket. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
