The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday imposed a two-year ban on Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani from participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

Muzarabani, who had signed a deal with Islamabad United for the 2026 season, later pulled out of the PSL to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

The lanky pacer was roped in by IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ahead of the ongoing season.

“Following a thorough disciplinary review, the PCB has announced that Zimbabwean cricketer Blessing Muzarabani is declared ineligible to participate in the next two (2) editions of the HBL PSL, effective immediately. This decision stems from a fundamental failure to honor agreed-upon commitments, an action that undermines the professional framework of the league,” the PCB said in a statement.

“The PCB maintains that professional cricket operates on the bedrock of trust and the certainty of agreements. In this instance, despite a clear offer and an unequivocal acceptance of essential terms, the player chose to disregard these obligations in favor of a conflicting arrangement,” it added.

The 29-year-old picked four for 41 in his second IPL match, against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Published on Apr 14, 2026