Clarification on speculative reports about Shoaib Akhtar's return by Pakistan Cricket Board

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Player:

Shoaib Akhtar

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DateLine: 22nd January 2005

 

Media Release - 22 January 2005

 

In view of some speculative reports regarding the reasons for Shoaib Akhtar's return to Pakistan, PCB wishes to clarify that the decision to recall him was taken in order for him to achieve full fitness in readiness for the India tour. His recall has no connection whatsoever with the uncorroborated and sensationalist reports relating to an incident in Melbourne.

 

Media Department PCB

(Article: Copyright © 2005 Pakistan Cricket Board)