A recent legal move has stirred the cricketing world as lawyer Manzoor Qadir Bhinder filed a case against Pakistan’s national cricket team following their disappointing run in the T20 World Cup 2024. The petition, submitted in a local court in Gujranwala, targets key figures including team captain Babar Azam, players, and Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Bhinder’s plea advocates for drastic measures like banning the team and dissolving the selection committee in light of their underwhelming performance, notably the shocking defeat against arch-rivals India.
The crux of Bhinder’s argument revolves around the substantial government funding allocated to cricket, which he deems unjustified given the team’s recent string of losses. This legal action amplifies the widespread public dismay with the team’s performance, triggering debates about accountability and financial management within the PCB.
In his petition, Bhinder points fingers at Pakistani cricketers, accusing them of playing for ego and money rather than prioritizing the honor of the nation. The petition has been formally lodged in the court of the District Sessions Judge under relevant sections of the Penal Code, signaling a serious challenge to the status quo in Pakistan cricket.
The team’s narrow defeat to India by 6 runs and the subsequent loss to the USA in a Super Over have further fueled the public outcry against their lackluster display in the World Cup. As the legal proceedings unfold, the cricketing fraternity and fans await the court’s response, eager to see how this legal battle will shape the future of Pakistani cricket and the accountability of its players and management.
