Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali suspended amid rape case investigation in England

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Haider Ali Suspended

Pakistan cricketer Haider Ali has been suspended by the PCB amid an ongoing criminal investigation in England.

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Incident during England tour

The case stems from an incident during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent 15-day tour of England in July 2025.

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Police statement

Greater Manchester Police confirmed they arrested a 24-year-old man after a rape allegation on July 23 in Manchester.

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Bailed pending enquiries

The man was later bailed as police continue their investigation. Suspects are not named at this stage in the UK.

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PCB’s position

The PCB says the suspension is immediate and will last until the investigation is complete, respecting UK legal process.

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Haider Ali’s career

Ali has played 2 ODIs and 35 T20Is for Pakistan since debuting in 2020, and was part of the Shaheens squad in England.

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