PCB demands public apology for false news against players
PCB demands public apology as fake news targets national cricket players
Pakistan Cricket Board – (Web Desk) – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday demanded a public apology over what it called “agenda-driven fake news” about national players. The board said targeting cricketers’ character was unacceptable and that the reporter responsible must apologize immediately.
The PCB warned it would take all necessary action if the journalist failed to comply. “Fake news aimed at our players is unacceptable and will not be tolerated,” the board said.
The controversy started when a local news outlet claimed a Pakistan cricketer had acted inappropriately and that hotel staff had filed a formal complaint. The report suggested the player behaved badly, prompting the team management to look into the matter.
After reviewing hotel details and a preliminary investigation, the management found the player had violated the code of conduct and fined him accordingly.
The claims made in the report, however, were swiftly dismissed by the PCB and Mirza, who announced to take legal action against a local news outlet.
“An absurd News is circulating on media and I strongly condemn this sort of Cheap Journalism. Any Media House can’t air any unverified news,” said Mirza in a Facebook post.
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“[Pakistan Cricket Board] has already denied this Baseless & Fake News and I’m going to take Legal Action”.
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