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Muhammad Rizwan gets PCB clearance to resume domestic cricket amid inquiry

Muhammad Rizwan has been granted permission by the Pakistan Cricket Board to return to domestic action, enabling him to lead the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited squad in the ongoing Presidents Cup first-class competition. The clearance marks an initial breakthrough for the wicketkeeper-batter as a formal investigation by the National Cyber Crime Cell into alleged online betting and leaked dressing-room details continues.

Following his recall from England alongside teammate Imam-ul-Haq after the second Test at Lord's in August, Rizwan faced two interrogation sessions and surrendered his mobile device for forensic analysis. SNGPL director and head coach Muhammad Hafeez confirmed receiving notification regarding the return, allowing the veteran of numerous international matches to resume competitive play starting October 19.

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