Petition Filed to Charge PCT and Babar Azam with Sedition Ahead of T20 World Cup 2024
A petition calling for treason charges against the Pakistan cricket team and its captain, Babar Azam, has been filed under sections 22A and 22B of the criminal code at the District and Sessions Court in Gujranwala, as reported by Express News.
Legal Action in Gujranwala Court
The petition, submitted by a local lawyer, urges the court to charge team captain Babar and other key players with sedition. The case has been brought before Additional Sessions Judge Tamsal Zaib Naeem.
Allegations of Mismanagement and Financial Misconduct
The petitioner argues that the cricket team’s recent performances have been a financial burden and a source of national disgrace. It claims that millions of rupees have been wasted on the players, accusing the management of prioritizing personal profit over national pride. The petition also calls for action against the team manager, coach, and chief selector.
Babar Azam ICC T20 World Cup Performance Under Scrutiny
The petition follows Pakistan’s defeats in the initial matches of the ICC T20 World Cup against the USA and India, which have jeopardized the team’s chances of advancing to the Super 8 round. The losses have reportedly caused significant distress among Pakistani fans.
Demands for Accountability and Suspension
The document demands a thorough investigation into the team’s management and performance, requesting a ban on the team until a detailed report is submitted to the Home Secretary. It emphasizes the emotional impact of the losses on the nation, particularly after the defeats by the USA and India.
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Court’s Directive
The court has instructed the police to report on the registration of the case and has ordered the Station House Officer (SHO) to submit this report by June 12.
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