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title: "Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA in cybercrime investigation"
description: "Most outlets reported that Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in connection with a cybercrime investigation, often noting the context of allegations related to online betting and gambling. While some, like Geo News and Dawn, mentioned the forensic examination of Rizwan’s phone and the tight-lipped nature of the proceedings, others, such as Minute Mirror, highlighted a light-hearted moment with a fan. ProPakistani and Daily Pakistan (English) provided additional context about Rizwan confirming his appearance and being summoned under Section 160 of the Crimin... (likely the Code of Criminal Procedure). Coverage was largely consistent in framing the appearance as part of an ongoing inquiry, with minor variations in emphasis on procedural details or public reactions."
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# Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA in cybercrime investigation

sports · updated 3 Oct 2026, 9:40 AM PKT · 27 Sep – 3 Oct 2026 · 28 articles from 11 outlets over 6 developments

## How it developed

Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it.

### 2 Oct 2026 — Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA in cybercrime investigation (6 outlets)

> Most outlets reported that Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in connection with a cybercrime investigation, often noting the context of allegations related to online betting and gambling. While some, like Geo News and Dawn, mentioned the forensic examination of Rizwan’s phone and the tight-lipped nature of the proceedings, others, such as Minute Mirror, highlighted a light-hearted moment with a fan. ProPakistani and Daily Pakistan (English) provided additional context about Rizwan confirming his appearance and being summoned under Section 160 of the Crimin... (likely the Code of Criminal Procedure). Coverage was largely consistent in framing the appearance as part of an ongoing inquiry, with minor variations in emphasis on procedural details or public reactions.

- **Dawn** — [Rizwan, NCCIA tight-lipped after player appears for questioning](https://www.dawn.com/news/2034396/rizwan-nccia-tight-lipped-after-player-appears-for-questioning) · 3 Oct 2026, 9:40 AM PKT
  > LAHORE: Pakistan’s wicket-keeper/batter Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) here on Friday in a case concerning allegations of online betting, gambling and leaking of team information from the dressing room during the Test series in England earlier this year. Neither Rizwan nor any NCCIA official were ready to respond to media queries after the ...
- **Dunya News** — [Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA for mobile phone forensic examination](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/975810-mohammad-rizwan-appears-before-nccia-for-mobile-phone-forensic-examina) · 2 Oct 2026, 10:13 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Rizwan had previously sought written details of the inquiry and requested the return of his mobile phone
- **Minute Mirror** — [Mohammad Rizwan wins attention after NCCIA appeara...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/mohammad-rizwan-wins-attention-after-nccia-appearance-638736/) · 2 Oct 2026, 8:02 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan drew attention for a light-hearted moment with a fan after appearing before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore.
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA in cybercrime probe](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/02-Oct-2026/mohammad-rizwan-appears-before-nccia-in-cybercrime-probe) · 2 Oct 2026, 6:03 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing
  > LAHORE –Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in connection with an ongoing investigation. Rizwan was summoned under Section 160 of the Code of Criminal Procedure and was asked to cooperate with the forensic examination and analysis of a seized device. He left the NCCIA office smiling without responding […]
- **ProPakistani** — [Mohammad Rizwan Confirms NCCIA Appearance and Seeks Clarity on Allegations](https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/02/mohammad-rizwan-confirms-nccia-appearance-and-seeks-clarity-on-allegations/) · 2 Oct 2026, 5:11 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has confirmed that he will appear before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Authority (NCCIA) on October… Read More
- **Geo News** — [Mohammad Rizwan appears before NCCIA over forensic analysis of phone](https://www.geo.tv/latest/684709-mohammad-rizwan-appears-before-nccia-over-forensic-analysis-of-phone) · 2 Oct 2026, 3:59 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Mohammad Rizwan celebrates after scoring a half-century during a Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. — AFP/FilePakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan appeared before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency on Friday for the forensic examination and...

### 1 Oct 2026 — Mohammad Rizwan to appear before NCCIA after submitting letters (2 outlets)

> Most outlets reported that Mohammad Rizwan has confirmed his appearance before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Authority (NCCIA). Dunya News focused on Rizwan's submission of a third letter seeking clarification on allegations, while Minute Mirror led with the confirmation of his appearance and the date.

- **Minute Mirror** — [Mohammad Rizwan to appear before NCCIA on October ...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/mohammad-rizwan-to-appear-before-nccia-on-october-2-seeks-clarity-over-inquiry-638347/) · 1 Oct 2026, 8:55 PM PKT
  > Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has confirmed that he will appear before the National Cyber Crime Investigation Authority (NCCIA)
- **Dunya News** — [Mohammad Rizwan sends third letter to NCCIA, seeks clarification on allegations](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/975596-mohammad-rizwan-sends-third-letter-to-nccia-seeks-clarification-on-al) · 1 Oct 2026, 12:10 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Rizwan confirmed that he had received the agency’s notice and would appear before the NCCIA on October 2 to join the inquiry

### 30 Sep 2026 — NCCIA summons Mohammad Rizwan again over dressing room leaks (5 outlets)

> Most outlets reported that the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has summoned cricketer Mohammad Rizwan again on October 2 in connection with an investigation into alleged dressing room leaks. Geo News and Daily Times provided additional context, noting Rizwan’s confirmation of his appearance and, in the case of Geo News, his request for written details of the inquiry. All excerpts frame the development as part of an ongoing probe, with no significant variation in the core factual emphasis.

- **Daily Times** — [NCCIA summons cricketer Rizwan again over ‘dressing room leaks’](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1560858/nccia-summons-cricketer-rizwan-again-over-dressing-room-leaks/) · 1 Oct 2026, 5:15 AM PKT
  > The National Cyber Crime Investigation Authority (NCCIA) has summoned wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan again on October 2 as part of an investigation into alleged dressing-room leaks during the England series. According to the second notice, a copy of which is available to Geo News, the NCCIA requested Rizwan’s cooperation to conduct forensic examination and analysis of […]
- **Geo News** — [Pakistan batter Rizwan set to appear before NCCIA on Oct 2, seeks written inquiry details](https://www.geo.tv/latest/684459-pakistan-wicketkeeper-batter-rizwan-to-appear-before-nccia-on-oct-2-seeks-written-inquiry-details) · 1 Oct 2026, 1:19 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan celebrates winning the match against India during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021, October 24, 2021. — ReutersRizwan write third letter to NCCIA, seeks clarification on scope of inquiry. Questions whether inquiry still relates to online...
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Mohammad Rizwan receives second NCCIA notice, summoned on Oct 2](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/30-Sep-2026/mohammad-rizwan-receives-second-nccia-notice-summoned-on-oct-2) · 30 Sep 2026, 5:40 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing
  > LAHORE – Pakistan cricket team wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has received a notice from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), with sources close to the cricketer confirming the development. Rizwan has been summoned to the NCCIA’s Lahore office on October 2 at 3pm for the forensic examination of his mobile phone. This is the second […]
- **24 News HD** — [NCCIA summons Mohammad Rizwan again in dressing room leaks case](https://www.24newshd.tv/30-Sep-2026/nccia-summons-mohammad-rizwan-dressing-room-leaks-case) · 30 Sep 2026, 4:00 PM PKT · 91% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), Lahore, has once again summoned cricketer Mohammad Rizwan in connection with the dressing room leaks case, reported 24NewsHD TV on Wednesday.
- **Dunya News** — [NCCIA summons Mohammad Rizwan again in cybercrime inquiry](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/975416-nccia-summons-mohammad-rizwan-again-in-cybercrime-inquiry) · 30 Sep 2026, 3:40 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > NCCIA Lahore has issued Mohammad Rizwan a second notice in a cybercrime inquiry, directing him to appear on October 2 at 3 pm and warning of legal action for non-compliance.

### 29 Sep 2026 — Rizwan writes to NCCIA seeking return of phone and inquiry details (6 outlets)

> Most outlets reported that Mohammad Rizwan has written a second letter to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), seeking the return of his mobile phone and clarification on the nature of the inquiry. While the framing was largely consistent, Aaj News specifically noted that the letter was the second one sent, and Daily Pakistan highlighted Rizwan’s request for an explanation of the delay in returning his phone. Geo News and ARY News also mentioned his demand for written details of the inquiry and the return of his phone, with Geo News adding a brief reference to Rizwan’s on-field performance in a Test match.

- **ProPakistani** — [Mohammad Rizwan Asks NCCIA to Return Phone and Explain Investigation](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/29/mohammad-rizwan-asks-nccia-to-return-phone-and-explain-investigation/) · 29 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM PKT
  > Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has reportedly written to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), asking the agency to comply… Read More
- **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Muhammad Rizwan asks NCCIA to explain delay in returning his phone](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/29-Sep-2026/muhammad-rizwan-asks-nccia-to-explain-delay-in-returning-his-phone) · 29 Sep 2026, 5:15 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing
  > LAHORE – Pakistan national cricket team wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has sent a second letter to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). In the letter, Rizwan sought an explanation for not being informed in writing about the inquiry so far and for the delay in the return of his mobile phone. Rizwan stated that he […]
- **Dunya News** — [Rizwan sends second letter to NCCIA, seeks phone return and inquiry details](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Sports/975267-rizwan-sends-second-letter-to-nccia-seeks-phone-return-and-inquiry-de) · 29 Sep 2026, 5:01 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Mohammad Rizwan has sent a second letter to the NCCIA seeking written details of the inquiry, clarification about any further proceedings and the immediate return of his mobile phone.
- **Aaj News (English)** — [Mohammad Rizwan seeks return of phone in second letter to NCCIA](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330474505/mohammad-rizwan-seeks-return-of-phone-in-second-letter-to-nccia) · 29 Sep 2026, 4:42 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Star cricketer Mohammad Rizwan has written a second letter to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), seeking the return of his mobile phone without further delay, sources said on Tuesday. According to the sources, Rizwan said he had not been formally informed in writing about the inquiry against him, nor had the agency contacted him for any further proceedings. Rizwan said the N...
- **ARY News (English)** — [Rizwan urges NCCIA to return phone, clarify nature of inquiry: report](https://arynews.tv/rizwan-urges-nccia-to-return-phone-clarify-nature-of-inquiry-report) · 29 Sep 2026, 4:17 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The Pakistan batter also asked the NCCIA to clarify when he is required to appear before the agency, while pointing out that no...
- **Geo News** — [Rizwan seeks inquiry details, return of mobile phone from NCCIA: sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/684219-rizwan-seeks-inquiry-details-return-of-mobile-phone-from-nccia-sources) · 29 Sep 2026, 3:59 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Mohammad Rizwan celebrates after scoring a half-century during a Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. — AFP/FileExperienced Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has sought written details of the inquiry and requested the return of his mobile phone in his...

### 28 Sep 2026 — Mohammad Rizwan’s NCCIA Inquiry Delayed Over Alleged Non-Cooperation (1 outlet)

- **ProPakistani** — [Mohammad Rizwan’s NCCIA Inquiry Delayed Over Alleged Non-Cooperation](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/28/mohammad-rizwans-nccia-inquiry-delayed-over-alleged-non-cooperation/) · 28 Sep 2026, 4:05 PM PKT
  > The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency’s (NCCIA) inquiry involving Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has reportedly been delayed due to his… Read More

### 27 Sep 2026 — NCCIA probe into Rizwan and Imam continues amid reported non-cooperation (5 outlets)

> Most outlets led with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency’s (NCCIA) ongoing investigation into cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq, emphasizing Rizwan’s alleged non-cooperation as a factor delaying the inquiry. Several reports noted that NCCIA plans to contact Rizwan again and may issue a formal notice. Geo News and Daily Times specifically highlighted the term “non-cooperation,” while 24 News HD and Minute Mirror framed the issue as a “lack of cooperation.” All outlets mentioned the completion of Imam-ul-Haq’s phone forensic examination, though this detail was downplayed in some reports.

- **Daily Times** — [Rizwan’s ‘non-cooperation’ delays NCCIA investigation: sources](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1559349/rizwans-non-cooperation-delays-nccia-investigation-sources/) · 28 Sep 2026, 5:34 AM PKT
  > The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency’s (NCCIA) probe into wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Rizwan has been delayed due to his alleged non-cooperation, sources said on Sunday. The ongoing NCCIA inquiry follows the seizure of Rizwan’s and Imam-ul-Haq’s mobile phones after Pakistan’s Test series against England. The probe relates to online betting and gambling in Pakistan cricket, while […]
- **Minute Mirror** — [NCCIA probe into Rizwan, Imam continues as forensi...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/nccia-probe-into-rizwan-imam-continues-as-forensic-examination-awaits-636327/) · 27 Sep 2026, 8:02 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) is continuing its inquiry involving Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan
- **Geo News** — [Rizwan's 'non-cooperation' delays NCCIA investigation: sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/683897-nccia-investigation-into-rizwan-delayed-over-alleged-non-cooperation-sources) · 27 Sep 2026, 1:48 PM PKT · 89% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Mohammad Rizwan celebrates after scoring a half-century during a Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. — AFP/FileSources say NCCIA plans to contact Rizwan again on Monday.Adds probe agency may issue notice over non-cooperation.Probe concerns online betting and gambling in...
- **24 News HD** — [Mohammad Rizwan’s NCCIA probe deepens as agency plans fresh contact](https://www.24newshd.tv/27-Sep-2026/mohammad-rizwan-s-nccia-probe-deepens-agency-plans-fresh-contact) · 27 Sep 2026, 1:28 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing
  > Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan’s alleged lack of cooperation with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has reportedly prolonged the ongoing inquiry, with the agency set to contact him again on Monday, reported the 24News HD TV channel.
- **Hum News English** — [NCCIA completes Imam’s phone forensic as Rizwan ‘resists’ probe](https://humenglish.com/latest/nccia-completes-imams-phone-forensic-as-rizwan-resists-probe/) · 27 Sep 2026, 12:32 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing
  > LAHORE: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has completed the forensic examination of cricketer Imam-ul-Haq’s phone, while Mohammad Rizwan has yet to cooperate with the investigation, sources said on Sunday. According to sources, the NCCIA had contacted Rizwan several times for the forensic examination of his phone, but the former Pakistan captain has not complied with the cou...

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