Pakistan: Disciplinary action likely against three players

Karachi, Aug 19: Three young Pakistani cricketers have breached the board's code of conduct and, as such, face severe punishment, a top Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official confirmed on Saturday.

"I have come to know about the incident and it is a serious breach of code of conduct. The players have come under serious trouble," PCB Director Operations Yawar Saeed told SAMWOnline.

Sources said the three unnamed players invited girls to a Lahore's five star hotel, who were followed by some men who demanded money from the players and also threatened to publicize the matter in case money was not paid.

"We have been collecting the facts and once we have them, we will decide what the punishment should be," Saeed said.

Saeed did not comment on the extent of the punishment but did not rule out a possible ban and a fine.

"The punishment should set a precedent for other players, so they do not get involved in such practices," he said.

All the three players are currently touring Singapore with the Pakistan team and will have to appear before the PCB on their return.

"Naturally, it is a serious matter and we will decide what can be done to maintain discipline when they are a part of the team," Saeed said.