Australian all-rounder James Faulkner revealed that he won’t be taking part within the Pakistan Super League 2022 over a cost dispute and blamed the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for not honoring his contractual in addition to monetary obligations.
Stating that the PCB had lied to him, the 31-year-old took to Twitter and stated, “I apologise to the Pakistan cricket fans, but unfortunately I have had to withdraw from the last two matches and leave the PSL due to the @ TheRealPCB not honoring my contractual agreement/payments. I’ve been here the whole duration and they have continued to lie to me. It hurts to leave as I wanted to help to get international cricket back in Pakistan as there is so much young talent and the fans are amazing. But the treatment I have received has been a disgrace from the @TheRealPCB and @thePSLt20. I’m sure you all understand my position.”
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I apologise to the Pakistan cricket followers.
But sadly I’ve needed to withdraw from the final 2 matches and go away the @thePSLt20 as a result of @TheRealPCB not honoring my contractual settlement/funds.
I’ve been right here the entire length they usually have continued to misinform me.— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022
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It hurts to go away as I wished to assist to get worldwide cricket again in Pakistan as there’s a lot younger expertise and the followers are wonderful.
But the remedy I’ve obtained has been a shame from the @TheRealPCB and @thePSLt20I’m certain you all perceive my place.
— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022
In the identical thread, he got here up with one other tweet which stated, ” It hurts to leave as I wanted to help to get international cricket back in Pakistan as there is so much young talent and the fans are amazing”.
The PCB and Quetta Gladiators have regretfully taken observe of Mr James Faulkner’s false and deceptive allegations and can shortly be releasing an in depth assertion on the matter.#HBLPSL7
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 19, 2022
Faulkner performed six video games in PSL 2022 and scored 49 runs and picked six wickets whereas representing the Quetta Gladiators.
The Quetta Gladiators are some of the talked-about sides of the Pakistan Super League. They are attempting their greatest to seize the knockout start. However, Quetta Gladiators have suffered a significant blow after their star participant determined to go away the event.
In mild of the allegations by Faulkner, PCB issued an announcement which stated, “The PCB and Quetta Gladiators have regretfully taken note of Mr. James Faulkner’s false and misleading allegations and will shortly be releasing a detailed statement on the matter”.
The Quetta Gladiators are at present standing on the fifth spot and have gained simply three video games out of 9 matches. They can be locking horns in opposition to the Karachi Kings on February 20.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS