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Rizwan writes to NCCIA demanding probe clarity and return of phone held since August 31

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has formally escalated his dispute with the NCCIA, seeking written answers on the inquiry and the recovery of his seized mobile phone.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:37 AM
Rizwan writes to NCCIA demanding probe clarity and return of phone held since August 31
Key Things to Know
  • Mohammad Rizwan formally requested the NCCIA return his mobile phone, held since August 31.
  • Rizwan surrendered his phone in England following Pakistan's second Test defeat at Lord's.
  • The Lahore High Court dismissed Rizwan's challenge to the NCCIA's jurisdiction and directed him to cooperate.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has formally written to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) demanding the return of his mobile phone and written clarity regarding an ongoing inquiry. Rizwan handed over his phone on August 31 in England following Pakistan's second Test defeat at Lord's, after investigators allegedly promised to return it within three hours.

The inquiry also involves batter Imam-ul-Haq, with both players recalled to Pakistan shortly after the Lord's match. The Lahore High Court recently dismissed Rizwan's challenge against the NCCIA's jurisdiction, directing him to cooperate while instructing the agency to avoid harassment, prompting Rizwan's legal team to request specific details on the allegations.

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