The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) served a show-cause notice to fast bowler Naseem Shah following a controversial social media post that appeared on his account, criticising Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The disciplinary action adheres to the board’s media policy and regulations, as well as the terms of the central contract.

According to a press release issued by the PCB, Naseem Shah has been asked to respond to the notice within a specified timeframe. The details of the deadline were not disclosed. The board will review his response and decide on any further action in accordance with its disciplinary framework. The PCB emphasised its commitment to upholding professional standards, contractual obligations, and the integrity of the sport.

While the press release didn’t specify, the show-cause notice comes after an incident during the opening ceremony of the 11th season of the HBL Pakistan Super League at Gaddafi Stadium. Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz attended the event as the chief guest, where PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi introduced her to franchise owners and players. Following the ceremony, a post on Naseem’s X account (formerly Twitter), which included a video of Maryam from the event, questioned, “Why is she treated like a queen at Lords?” The post was subsequently deleted.

Shortly after the controversy erupted, another post on Naseem’s account declared that it had been hacked but was now successfully recovered.