The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has strongly denied recent allegations targeting fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, team captain Salman Ali Agha, and members of the coaching staff, labeling the social media claims as “completely baseless and fabricated.”

In an official statement released on Thursday, the PCB made it clear that no inappropriate incident took place during any training session. The board described the rumors as part of a deliberate attempt to disrupt the team’s harmony and morale just as preparations for the 2025–26 domestic cricket season are underway.

“These defamatory rumors are an attack on the integrity of the national team,” the PCB stated.

“The board will pursue legal action under Pakistan’s Cybercrime Act against individuals involved in spreading false accusations.”

The PCB also issued a public appeal, urging fans and media outlets not to engage with unverified information circulating online. It reiterated that protecting the team’s reputation and players’ well-being remains a top priority.

The timing of these allegations has raised eyebrows, coming at a critical phase as players focus on fitness and form ahead of a demanding domestic cricket calendar. The PCB believes this smear campaign is not only reckless but also a calculated move aimed at destabilizing the national squad’s cohesion and public image.

In closing, the board encouraged responsible journalism and digital citizenship, calling on the public to verify facts before sharing content, and to support the national team through truth and unity.