Pakistan terminates Haris Rauf’s contract for refusing to play Tests in Australia

Haris Rauf’s contract was canceled by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday after the quick bowler refused to tour Australia for a three-Test sequence final yr.

At the time, chief selector Wahab Riaz stated Rauf pulled out on the final minute after confirming his availability. The medical panel knowledgeable Riaz there have been no health points with Rauf and he may play. The PCB stated Rauf’s explanations at his listening to had been unsatisfactory.

The finish of Rauf’s contract was backdated to December 1. The board stated it can additionally not difficulty Rauf clearance to play in any international T20 league till June 30.

“Playing for Pakistan is the ultimate honour and privilege for any sportsperson,” the PCB stated. “Refusal to be part of Pakistan’s Test squad in the absence of any medical report or justifiable reason is a material violation of the central contract.”

Pakistan misplaced the Test sequence 0-3, and Rauf flew to New Zealand for a T20 sequence which Pakistan misplaced 1-4.

The PCB additionally parted methods with Mohammad Hafeez, who changed Mickey Arthur because the workforce director throughout the excursions of Australia and New Zealand.

“Hafeez’s passion for the game has inspired players and his mentorship during the tour of Australia and New Zealand have been of immense importance,” the PCB wrote on social media. “The PCB wishes Hafeez good luck and success in his future endeavours.”