PCB Approves Four Pakistani Players for T20 Blast

Apr 8, 2026

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Apr 8, 2026 14:30

PCB clears four Pakistan players for T20 Blast including Usama Mir

## PCB Grants NOCs for T20 Blast

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to four Pakistani cricketers, allowing them to participate in England's T20 Blast during the 2026 season. This move enables these players to gain international exposure and experience in one of the prominent domestic T20 leagues.

## Players Cleared for Participation

Among those cleared are Usama Mir, Mohammad Nawaz, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Mohammad Abbas. Usama Mir, who previously played for Worcestershire in 2023, will return to the league, while Nawaz and Muqeem will make their debut appearances. Abbas will have multiple stints throughout the county season, representing Derbyshire.

## Tournament Schedule and Player Availability

The T20 Blast, also known as the Vitality Blast, will commence on May 22, 2026, with Essex facing Sussex. Sufiyan Muqeem is available from May 22 to June 7, while Nawaz and Usama Mir are set to participate until mid and late July. Mohammad Abbas will play in April, May, and June, with a longer period from August to September.

## Current Involvement in PSL

Currently, all three spinners are actively participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Sufiyan Muqeem is with Peshawar Zalmi, Mohammad Nawaz plays for Multan Sultans, and Usama Mir is part of the Lahore Qalandars squad.

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