Pakistan, April 12 -- South African fast bowler Corbin Bosch has issued a formal apology to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for his abrupt withdrawal from the Pakistan Super League (PSL), accepting a financial penalty and a one-year ban from the tournament.

In a statement released released by the PCB on Thursday, Bosch expressed regret over his actions and reaffirmed his respect for the PSL, describing it as a "prestigious tournament."

"To the loyal fans of Peshawar Zalmi, I am truly sorry for letting you down," he said. "I take full responsibility for my actions and accept the consequences, including the penalty fine and the one-year ban from the HBL PSL."

Calling it a "hard lesson," Bosch said he hopes to return to the league in the...