Mohsin Naqvi enforces new social media rules for Pakistan players following Naseem Shah incident
Published - 31 Mar 2026, 04:15 PM | Updated - 31 Mar 2026, 04:16 PM
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi reportedly tightened his administrative control over the online activities of all centrally contracted cricketers. According to reports, the PCB has instructed players to seek clearance from the media department before posting any content on social media.
This move also serves as a broader reminder about contractual responsibilities and maintaining public discipline. The cricket board reiterated that players are bound by clauses in their central contracts, which govern their digital conduct and regulate their public communication going forward.
Why Is She Treated Like the Queen at Lord’s? - Naseem Shah’s Post Sparks Controversy
During the PSL opening ceremony at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Mohsin Naqvi welcomed Maryam Nawaz as a special guest and introduced her to the franchise owners. Maryam Nawaz also extended her best wishes to all the teams.
A quote-retweet then appeared from Naseem Shah’s official account, which sparked widespread debate across the cricketing community.
The now-deleted post questioned the special treatment given to Maryam Nawaz at the Gaddafi Stadium, especially since Mohsin Naqvi had previously restricted PSL matches to empty stadiums.
“Why is she treated like the Queen at Lord’s?”
Naseem Shah Fined PKR 20 Million After Controversial Tweet
The Pakistan Cricket Board fined Naseem Shah PKR 20 million after he posted a controversial tweet about Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during the Pakistan Super League opening match.
Naseem initially told his followers that the post was not intentional. He said, “This account of Naseem was recently hacked but has now been recovered successfully.”
Following a show-cause notice, Naseem appeared before a disciplinary panel. The fast bowler later issued an apology and dismissed his social media manager.
Naseem, representing the new PSL team Rawalpindi Pindiz, had a difficult outing as he conceded 51 runs without taking a wicket in a five-wicket defeat to Peshawar Zalmi.
The fast bowler has taken 152 wickets for Pakistan across formats, including 20 Tests, 34 ODIs, and 37 T20Is.
PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi Warns Players Over Social Media Conduct, Imposes Strict Rules
According to a report by Geo News, the PCB briefed both the players and their respective agents about the updated behavioral expectations. Naqvi stated that the board will not allow any form of political commentary on player social media accounts.
The report added that the PCB warned players and their managers about the new digital guidelines. The board has set strict financial penalties, stating that any contracted player posting controversial content could face a minimum fine of PKR 10 million.
“Political posts will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” sources said, as quoted by Geo News.
The report also stated that Mohsin Naqvi is losing patience with the ongoing controversies surrounding the Pakistan Super League season.
Last year, Pakistan all-rounder Aamer Jamal was fined $4,000 for wearing a slogan in support of former cricketer and ex-prime minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail.
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