Kaif Ansari - Friday, Aug 08, 2025Image Source: X
Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali arrested in England on rape charges: Pakistan cricket is always in the news for some reason or the other, but this time a very shameful incident has happened. Young player Haider Ali was arrested by Greater Manchester Police. He was on a tour of the United Kingdom with Pakistan's 'A' team Pakistan Shaheen. According to sources, this arrest happened after a girl accused him of rape. After this incident came to light, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has currently suspended Haider Ali.
A report said. Haider was arrested by Greater Manchester Police from Beckenham Ground. Pakistan Shaheen were playing against MCSAC on August 3. According to a Telecom Asia Sports report, a source said, "This is a case of rape against a girl of Pakistani origin."
Sources confirmed that Greater Manchester Police have confiscated Haider's passport but have released him on bail. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said they will cooperate with the investigation and support Haider in fighting the case. Meanwhile, the PCB has suspended Haider Ali until a decision is taken on the matter. A PCB spokesperson told www.telecomasia.net, "We have been informed about the matter and the investigation. We have suspended Haider until the investigation is completed and will conduct our own investigation in the UK."
Police confirmed: Greater Manchester Police said in its statement, 'We have arrested a 24-year-old man. It is alleged that the incident took place on 23 July 2025 in a Manchester campus. The man is currently on bail and further investigation will be done for action.' Police in England did not name the cricketer due to suspicion at this stage of the investigation.
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