Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz is under investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after reportedly testing positive for a recreational drug during the T20 World Cup 2026 earlier this year.
According to details, the test result came from samples collected during the tournament, where Nawaz represented Pakistan in all seven matches as the team exited at the Super Eight stage.
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A PCB spokesperson confirmed that the board has started the formal process after being informed by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
“The International Cricket Council (ICC) has informed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about this matter, and PCB has begun the due process. The results of this process will be communicated to the ICC today.”
Nawaz, 32, is a regular member of Pakistan’s white-ball setup and has played 98 T20 internationals.
During the T20 World Cup, he scored 15 runs and took seven wickets.
Mohammad Nawaz has refused to accept the results of his Central A test, stating that he did not use any illegal substances during the T20 World Cup.
In response, he has submitted a second Central B test for re-evaluation, as there is a possibility that the initial report may be incorrect.
The second test report is expected to be available by April 30, reports further added.
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As the investigation continues, Nawaz’s planned move to Surrey for the T20 Blast in England has also collapsed.
He had received a No-Objection Certificate from the PCB just two weeks ago, and the English county was expected to announce his signing soon.
However, the deal has now fallen through, and he will not feature in the upcoming T20 Blast season, which runs from May 26 to July 18.
Surrey declined to comment on the situation.
Despite the ongoing case, Nawaz has continued to play in the Pakistan Super League for Multan Sultans and featured in their recent win over Rawalpindiz in Karachi.
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The ICC has so far not issued any official statement on the matter.
