PSL 2022: PCB bans Faulkner from PSL for gross misconduct

PSL 2022: James Faulkner banned from PSL – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has banned James Faulkner from future Pakistan Super League editions, accusing him of abusive behaviour and destruction of property. The Australian accused the PCB and Quetta Gladiators of not clearing his dues and decided to leave for Australia with two matches to go. Follow PSL 2022 Live Updates on InsideSport.

After James Faulkner’s tweet, PCB released a detailed statement accusing the Australian all-rounder of gross misconduct. The PCB also accused him of destructing hotel properties and abusing airport officials.

“In wake of the above, and taking serious note of Mr James Faulkner’s gross misconduct that was an attempt to bring the PCB, Pakistan cricket and the HBL Pakistan Super League into disrepute, it has been unanimously agreed by the PCB and the franchises that Mr James Faulkner will not be drafted in future HBL Pakistan Super League events,” the PCB said in a statement.

PSL 2022: PCB bans James Faulkner from future Pakistan Super League editions, accuses him of ABUSIVE behaviour after payment dispute allegations

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PSL 2022: Full PCB Statement on James Faulkner:

Accordingly, payments due to Mr Faulkner as per his contract are fully up to date.
The remaining 30 per cent of his contractual payment only becomes due 40 days after the completion of the HBL Pakistan Super League 2022, which now remains a matter to be reviewed in line with his contract.

PSL 2022: PCB bans James Faulkner from future Pakistan Super League editions, accuses him of ABUSIVE behaviour after payment dispute allegations

In spite of the money being transferred and received in his account, Mr Faulkner continued to insist that a second duplicate payment of the same amount be made to his account in Australia. This meant Mr Faulkner would have been paid twice.

He further threatened and refused to participate in his side’s match against Multan Sultans on Friday afternoon until his money demands were met.

The PCB, as a responsible organisation, engaged with Mr Faulkner early Friday afternoon in an attempt to reason with him. Despite his reprehensible and insulting behavior during the conversation, Mr Faulkner was assured that all his grievances would be addressed. He refused to reconsider his decision to take the field in a crucial match for his side, let his team down and demanded that his travel arrangements be immediately made.

PSL 2022: PCB bans James Faulkner from future Pakistan Super League editions, accuses him of ABUSIVE behaviour after payment dispute allegations

During this time, the PCB was also in constant contact with his agent, who was regretful and apologetic.

Prior to his departure on Saturday morning, Mr Faulkner caused deliberate damage to the hotel property and as a result had to pay damages to the hotel management. The PCB later also received reports and complaints from the immigration authorities that Mr Faulkner had acted inappropriately and abusively at the airport.

PSL 2022: PCB bans James Faulkner from future Pakistan Super League editions, accuses him of ABUSIVE behaviour after payment dispute allegations

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I apologise to the Pakistan cricket fans.
But unfortunately I’ve had to withdraw from the last 2 matches and leave the @thePSLt20 due to the @TheRealPCB not honouring my contractual agreement/payments.
I’ve been here the whole duration and they have continued to lie to me.

— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022

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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.

— James Faulkner (@JamesFaulkner44) February 19, 2022