Umar Akmal suspended under PCB Anti Corruption Code on first day of PSL 2020

Pakistan cricketer Umar Akmal has once again landed himself in trouble after receiving a temporary suspension from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) under PCB Anti-Corruption Code. suspension also means that he cant take part in any cricket-related activity pending investigation being carried out by PCB's Anti-Corruption Unit. latest suspension will also affect his participation in upcoming PSL 2020 

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PCB releases statement on Umar Akmal's suspension ahead of PSL 2020

Umar Akmal was all set to take part in PSL 2020 for Quetta Gladiators. With T20 World Cup just around corner, PSL 2020  was an ideal platform for Akmal to push his case for inclusion in national side. Cricket Board released a statement on Akmal's suspension which said as follows -

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PSL 2020: Quetta Gladiators respond to Umar Akmal's suspension

PCB, in its statement, has asked Quetta Gladiators to apply for Umar Akmal’s replacement for Pakistan Super League 2020. PSL franchise in its tweet said that y will t give any comment until enquiry is concluded. defending champions will open ir campaign against two-time former winners Islamabad United on Thursday. 

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Umar Akmal memes: Cricket reprimanded by PCB for controversial 'charbi' outburst 

Before receiving current suspension, 29-year-old was in news after he was reported to have disrespected trainers by taking off his shirt and asking m if his body was unfit for playing international cricket. This act forced PCB to impose a penalty on Akmal. Later PCB said that incident happened due to a misunderstanding and Umar Akmal offered his regrets for incident. However, incident gave birth to ar set of memes related to cricketer on social media.

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Umar Akmal's career with Pakistan 

Umar Akmal anunced himself on international scene with a century on Test debut against New Zealand in 2009. He remained a regular member of Pakistan Cricket team for some years before his poor form and fitness saw him being dropped in favour of Sarfaraz Ahmed. 

Quetta vs Islamabad live streaming

first match of PSL 2020 will take place between Quetta Gladiators and Islamabad United on Thursday. match can be viewed on cricketgateway.com in India.