- The contract between Sunrisers Leeds and their player has started conversations about its terms.
- The signing of Pakistani spinner Abrar Ahmed by Sunrisers Leeds in The Hundred has generated discussion in cricket circles.
- The Sun Group owns Sunrisers Leeds and The Sun Group operates The Sunrisers Hyderabad franchise within The Indian Premier League.
- Some critics questioned how a Pakistani player could join a team linked to an IPL franchise because of this connection. Some voices even demanded action against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Rajiv Shukla who serves as the vice president of BCCI confirmed that the board does not handle the contract.
NOC From Pakistan Cricket Board Still Pending
- Abrar Ahmed might not compete in this season's tournament because new reports show him not participating. The main reason is the pending No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
- Pakistani players require this approval to take part in international leagues.
- Abrar’s agent entered his name in the auction for The Hundred. The expectation was that the PCB would grant the NOC. According to sources Abrar maintains a positive relationship with the board.
Schedule Conflict With Pakistan’s International Matches
The uncertainty comes from Pakistan’s upcoming international schedule. The Pakistan team will play a two-Test series against the West Indies during The Hundred tournament.
Key dates include:
- The Hundred tournament starts on July 21 and ends on August 16.
- Pakistan tour of West Indies begins on July 15.
- The two-Test series lasts until August 7.
- The Pakistan team needs Abrar's national duty availability because their matches will conflict with league competition.
