Aamer Jamal received a PKR 1.3 million fine from the PCB for wearing a cap with ‘804’ during an interview, expressing support for Imran Khan, who is imprisoned. This is part of broader disciplinary actions against players for various infractions, amidst national scrutiny following poor team performances.
Pakistan’s all-rounder Aamer Jamal was fined PKR 1.3 million (approximately INR 404,690) for breaches of the code of conduct during recent series against England and Australia. His fine is notably due to wearing a cap inscribed with the number ‘804’, a reference linked to former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s jail identification number. Khan is currently incarcerated on multiple corruption charges, having received a 14-year sentence earlier this year.
In addition to Jamal, three other players were fined PKR 500,000 each for their tardiness in returning to the team hotel during the November 2024 limited-overs tour of Australia. Furthermore, newly appointed T20I captain Salman Agha, along with players Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, and Abbas Afridi, faced penalties for breaching curfew regulations during the South Africa tour earlier in the year.
The Pakistan Cricket Board’s enforcement of these fines follows severe scrutiny from the public after Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the Champions Trophy, culminating in a record low T20I score during a recent match against New Zealand, which they lost by nine wickets.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has taken decisive action against players’ code of conduct violations, most notably fining Aamer Jamal for political expression on his cap. This incident underscores the tensions surrounding the national team’s recent performances and their discipline. Strengthened by these measures, the PCB aims to reinforce adherence to conduct standards to restore the team’s integrity following recent setbacks.
Original Source: indianexpress.com
