New Delhi, Oct. 1 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), helmed by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, has "punished" its players after the Asia Cup 2025 final. Pakistan lost to India for the third time in the tournament even though the final was the most balanced of them all.

The PCB has suspended all No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players wanting to join overseas T20 leagues. The decision, approved by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, was confirmed on September 29. COO Sumair Ahmad Syed sent a notice to players and agents.

No official reason was provided, but reports suggest the board plans to link NOCs to player performance at national and domestic levels. The details of this proposed system have not been shared, and there is no timeline fo...