Mohammad Rizwan ands Mohsin Naqvi - (Source: AFP)Mohammad Rizwan has been in the news for all the wrong reasons, and his troubles are far from over. The right-handed keeper-batter is being investigated for potential gambling and engaging in online betting, which is illegal.Recently, Rizwan approached Lahore High Court to challenge the summons and notices issued to him by Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). Rizwan was left red-faced because the court sided with NCCIA and dismissed Rizwan’s petition, citing that they cannot dismiss the case at its earlier stages.Lahore High Court Directs NCCIA Not To Harass Mohammad RizwanAt this point, Mohammad Rizwan has done a lot of damage to his reputation. The 34-year-old has approached several departments, including the PCB, seeking relief from the harassment he alleges to be a part of currently.In the latest events, the Lahore High Court has come out in Rizwan’s support and instructed NCCIA and its members not to harass the Pakistani cricketer during their investigation. The development comes after Chief Justice Aalia Neelum released a five-page order on Monday, asking Rizwan to cooperate with the proceedings and also directed the NCCIA to not harass the keeper-batter.What Is The Entire Matter Revolving Around Mohammad Rizwan?After the Lord’s Test, Mohammad Rizwan, alongside 7 Pakistani cricketers, were sent back home following an underwhelming show in England. Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq had their phones taken by investigating authorities as soon as they landed in Pakistan.The authorities suspected illegal activities, which is why they wanted to search the cricketers’ mobile phones. The agency had issued him a notice on September 8, requiring him to appear on September 10 to record his version and clarify the allegations.Also Read: Mohammad Rizwan Pleads Jay Shah's ICC To Intervene As Mohsin Naqvi Withdraws SupportThe court noted that Rizwan appeared before the agency on the specified date and subsequently submitted a written statement on September 14.The law officer submitted that the inquiry concerned alleged electronic fraud under Section 14 of PECA and had originated from information purportedly obtained through cyber patrolling, which allegedly connected Rizwan with the matter.PCB Asks Mohammad Rizwan To Stay Silent On The MatterAccording to Geo News, Rizwan wanted to address the public about the NCCIA proceedings and explain the events surrounding his questioning and the seizure of his phone."Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has twice sought permission from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to speak publicly about the ongoing inquiry against him but was denied on both occasions", sources told Geo News on Monday.It is worth noting that PCB’s central contract forces players to seek permission from PCB before making public statements that may damage the reputation of Pakistan cricket. "According to Clause 4.1 of the contract, players require permission before making public statements about matters covered by the agreement. Rizwan reportedly referred to Clause 16, which provides for cooperation between the board and the player."Also Read: Pakistan Win Their 1st Ever Medal In Asian Games 2026, Beat Bangladesh For Podium Finish
