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Mohammad Rizwan Embroiled in Cybercrime Probe: NCCIA Issues Fresh Summons; Phone Still with Agency
Troubles continue to mount for Pakistan cricket team's former captain and star wicketkeeper-batsman, Mohammad Rizwan. Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued a summons for Rizwan to appear again on October 2, 2026, under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016.
The agency is already in possession of Rizwan's mobile phone, and he has now been summoned to appear in person to assist with its forensic examination.
The Full Story: Investigation Began After the Lord's Test
34-year-old Mohammad Rizwan has been on the NCCIA's radar since the conclusion of the Lord's Test match in August 2026.
- Phone Seized on August 30: The agency confiscated his mobile phone in London on the night the Lord's Test ended (August 30). The phone has not been returned since then.
- Second Round of Questioning: Rizwan had previously appeared before the agency on September 10. The scheduled appearance on October 2 will mark his second round of questioning in this cybercrime case.
- Request for Return of Phone: According to sources, the former captain has requested the agency to return his mobile phone. However, due to legal obligations, he may appear again on October 2.
What does the NCCIA notice say?
A one-page official notice issued by the agency states:
"The agency is investigating the matter under the relevant provisions of PECA, 2016. Your cooperation is requested for the forensic examination of the device seized from you. Therefore, you are directed to appear on 02-10-2026 at 3:00 PM at the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), Police Station, Street No. 15, Wafaqi Colony, Canal Road, Lahore."
The notice further issues a stern warning stating that if he fails to appear at the scheduled time, it will be presumed that he has nothing to present or say in his defense.
Lahore High Court Order
In a recent order, the Lahore High Court directed Rizwan to extend full cooperation to the NCCIA investigation. However, the court also instructed the agency not to harass or cause unnecessary inconvenience to the player in the name of the investigation and to ensure the entire process is conducted strictly within the confines of the law.
