<p>Pakistan batter Haider Ali has found himself in hot water after being placed under criminal investigation by the Greater Manchester Police, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) provisionally suspending him pending the probe’s outcome. Even though there is no clarity on his criminal offence, the latest reports suggest that Haider is not in police custody yet, but was interviewed under caution by the GMP. The PCB has also stated that they have been made aware of the investigation, with the incident being referred to as having occurred during Pakistan Shaheens’ recent UK tour, which ended on Monday (Aug 4).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The PCB, however, have confirmed to provide Haider legal support to ‘protect his rights throughout the process’.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-fear-two-tier-test-system-could-compromise-ashes-australia-open-to-exploring-opportunities-1754550233115"><strong>England fear two-tier Test system could compromise Ashes; Australia ‘open’ to exploring opportunities</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>"The PCB has been made aware of a criminal investigation currently being conducted by the Greater Manchester Police involving cricketer Haider Ali," the PCB statement said. "The investigation pertains to an incident that reportedly occurred during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>"The PCB fully respects the legal procedures and processes of the United Kingdom and acknowledges the importance of allowing the investigation to run its due course. Accordingly, the PCB has decided to place Haider Ali under provisional suspension, effective immediately, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation. Once the legal proceedings are concluded and all facts have been duly established, the PCB reserves the right to take appropriate action under its Code of Conduct, if necessary."<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, on the recently concluded UK tour, Haider was a senior player in Shaheens’ squad, featuring in all three 50-over matches against a first-class XI, while also playing two three-day games.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Haider, 24, however, has played 37 white-ball matches for Pakistan, including two ODIs and 35 T20Is. A top-order batter, Haider has scored just 42 runs across two One-Dayers and 505 in the T20I matches, averaging 21 and just over 17 in both formats, respectively.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>In the Pakistan Super League, the right-handed batter plays for Islamabad United.&nbsp;</p>

The PCB, however, have confirmed to provide Haider legal support to ‘protect his rights throughout the process’.

Pakistan batter Haider Ali has found himself in hot water after being placed under criminal investigation by the Greater Manchester Police, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) provisionally suspending him pending the probe’s outcome. Even though there is no clarity on his criminal offence, the latest reports suggest that Haider is not in police custody yet, but was interviewed under caution by the GMP. The PCB has also stated that they have been made aware of the investigation, with the incident being referred to as having occurred during Pakistan Shaheens’ recent UK tour, which ended on Monday (Aug 4). The PCB, however, have confirmed to provide Haider legal support to ‘protect his rights throughout the process’. Also read | England fear two-tier Test system could compromise Ashes; Australia ‘open’ to exploring opportunities "The PCB has been made aware of a criminal investigation currently being conducted by the Greater Manchester Police involving cricketer Haider Ali," the PCB statement said. "The investigation pertains to an incident that reportedly occurred during the Pakistan Shaheens' recent tour of England. "The PCB fully respects the legal procedures and processes of the United Kingdom and acknowledges the importance of allowing the investigation to run its due course. Accordingly, the PCB has decided to place Haider Ali under provisional suspension, effective immediately, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation. Once the legal proceedings are concluded and all facts have been duly established, the PCB reserves the right to take appropriate action under its Code of Conduct, if necessary." Meanwhile, on the recently concluded UK tour, Haider was a senior player in Shaheens’ squad, featuring in all three 50-over matches against a first-class XI, while also playing two three-day games. Haider, 24, however, has played 37 white-ball matches for Pakistan, including two ODIs and 35 T20Is. A top-order batter, Haider has scored just 42 runs across two One-Dayers and 505 in the T20I matches, averaging 21 and just over 17 in both formats, respectively. In the Pakistan Super League, the right-handed batter plays for Islamabad United.

<p>The PCB, however, have confirmed to provide Haider legal support to ‘protect his rights throughout the process’.</p>

Haider Ali, Pakistani batter, under criminal investigation in the UK, PCB takes action

<p>You can dream as big as you want. You anticipate the unexpected and believe in magic, fairies, and the possibility of anything. What happens if your dream is too bizarre rather than big? One thing is certain in this digital age: merciless online roasting. And that is what Pakistani cricket player Ahmed Shehzad, who has recently made headlines for all the wrong reasons, is dealing with.</p>

<p>As he stated that he wants Brad Pitt, a well-known actor in Hollywood, to portray his character in his biopic, he caught the attention of social media users.</p>

<p>The Pakistani hitter revealed who he believes can play his character the best during a chat with Pakistani journalist Syed Yahya Hussaini. Shehzad was released from the national squad in 2019, and now competes in Pakistan's domestic league.</p>

<p>The journalist enquired: Who do you believe would portray your character in a movie the best.</p>

<p>The Pakistani opener uttered with a straight face and a nod of the head, "Brad Pitt."</p>

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<p>With this remark from his open interview, Ahmed Shehzad has ignited a firestorm on social media. The opening batter has received trolling on Twitter for having unrealistic hopes for his biopic.<br />
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One Twitter user poked fun at the Pakistan's economy and on the cricketer and wrote,"They will have to sell Pakistan unfortunately for this dream to come true."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Meanwhile Bradpitt: wait a minute.<br />
Who are you.<br />
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<p>This is probably the first time in his career that he has been this widely discussed in online circles due to the fact that this story is trending so badly in Pakistan. His cricketing abilities have never brought him to this level before.<br />
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Shehzad last played for Pakistan in a T20I match against Sri Lanka in 2019, and since being let go from the national squad, he has been playing in the Pakistani domestic circuit.</p>

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You can dream as big as you want. You anticipate the unexpected and believe in magic, fairies, and the possibility of anything. What happens if your dream is too bizarre rather than big? One thing is certain in this digital age: merciless online roasting. And that is what Pakistani cricket player Ahmed Shehzad, who has recently made headlines for all the wrong reasons, is dealing with. As he stated that he wants Brad Pitt, a well-known actor in Hollywood, to portray his character in his biopic, he caught the attention of social media users. The Pakistani hitter revealed who he believes can play his character the best during a chat with Pakistani journalist Syed Yahya Hussaini. Shehzad was released from the national squad in 2019, and now competes in Pakistan's domestic league. The journalist enquired: Who do you believe would portray your character in a movie the best. The Pakistani opener uttered with a straight face and a nod of the head, "Brad Pitt." Test cricketer @iamAhmadshahzad wants Hollywood star @PittOfficial to play him in his biopic. pic.twitter.com/8nhvN0qp0i — Syed Yahya Hussaini (@SYahyaHussaini) July 7, 2022 × With this remark from his open interview, Ahmed Shehzad has ignited a firestorm on social media. The opening batter has received trolling on Twitter for having unrealistic hopes for his biopic. One Twitter user poked fun at the Pakistan's economy and on the cricketer and wrote,"They will have to sell Pakistan unfortunately for this dream to come true." They will have to sell Pakistan unfortunately for this dream to come true 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/T1uftwf4hk — Mohit Gulati 🇮🇳 (@desimojito) July 9, 2022 × Test cricketer @iamAhmadshahzad wants Hollywood star @PittOfficial to play him in his biopic. pic.twitter.com/8nhvN0qp0i — Syed Yahya Hussaini (@SYahyaHussaini) July 7, 2022 × Meanwhile Bradpitt: wait a minute. Who are you. 🤣 — Pia_gee (@mimran1o1) July 8, 2022 × This is probably the first time in his career that he has been this widely discussed in online circles due to the fact that this story is trending so badly in Pakistan. His cricketing abilities have never brought him to this level before. Shehzad last played for Pakistan in a T20I match against Sri Lanka in 2019, and since being let go from the national squad, he has been playing in the Pakistani domestic circuit. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter, who suffered from stage four cancer, died in a hospital in the United States on Sunday, Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Islamabad United has said.</p>

<p>Ali is currently on tour with the Pakistan national team in England and played in the 54-run defeat by the hosts in their final one-day international of the series on Sunday.</p>

<p>"ISLU family pays its deepest condolences to @AasifAli2018 on the tragic loss of his daughter. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Asif &amp; his family," the PSL franchise said on Twitter on Monday.</p>

<p>"Asif is a great example of strength &amp; courage. He is an inspiration to us.</p>

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<p>The hard-hitting batsman had said last month that his daughter was being flown to the US&nbsp;for her treatment.</p>

<p>Dean Jones, who coached Islamabad to the PSL title last year, also sent his condolences to the cricketer's family.</p>

<p>"On behalf of my family and the @IsbUnited players and families... we send our condolences and love to @AasifAli2018 and his family on the passing of his beautiful daughter," Jones said on Twitter.</p>

<p>Jones had broken down in tears at a media conference in March when talking about Ali and his daughter's condition.</p>

<p>The 27-year-old Ali was not named in Pakistan's World Cup squad but made the 17-man group for the series in England where the middle-order batsman hit two half-centuries in four innings.</p>

<p>Former captain and chairman of Pakistan's selection committee Inzamam-ul-Haq said last month that Ali could be drafted into the side before the World Cup.</p>

<p>Teams have until May 23 to submit their final squads for the tournament which begins on May 30.</p>

<p>Pakistan's first game is against West Indies on May 31.</p>


Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter, who suffered from stage four cancer, died in a hospital in the United States on Sunday, Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Islamabad United has said.

Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter, who suffered from stage four cancer, died in a hospital in the United States on Sunday, Pakistan Super League (PSL) side Islamabad United has said. Ali is currently on tour with the Pakistan national team in England and played in the 54-run defeat by the hosts in their final one-day international of the series on Sunday. "ISLU family pays its deepest condolences to @AasifAli2018 on the tragic loss of his daughter. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Asif & his family," the PSL franchise said on Twitter on Monday. "Asif is a great example of strength & courage. He is an inspiration to us. ISLU family pays its deepest condolences to @AasifAli2018 on the tragic loss of his daughter. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Asif & his family. Asif is a great example of strength & courage. He is an inspiration to us. — Islamabad United (@IsbUnited) May 19, 2019 × The hard-hitting batsman had said last month that his daughter was being flown to the US for her treatment. Dean Jones, who coached Islamabad to the PSL title last year, also sent his condolences to the cricketer's family. "On behalf of my family and the @IsbUnited players and families... we send our condolences and love to @AasifAli2018 and his family on the passing of his beautiful daughter," Jones said on Twitter. Jones had broken down in tears at a media conference in March when talking about Ali and his daughter's condition. The 27-year-old Ali was not named in Pakistan's World Cup squad but made the 17-man group for the series in England where the middle-order batsman hit two half-centuries in four innings. Former captain and chairman of Pakistan's selection committee Inzamam-ul-Haq said last month that Ali could be drafted into the side before the World Cup. Teams have until May 23 to submit their final squads for the tournament which begins on May 30. Pakistan's first game is against West Indies on May 31.

Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter loses battle with cancer

<p>Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi's latest autobiography titled "Game Changer" has remained in headlines lately, mostly for controversy as the book raised questions&nbsp;after it <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shahid-afridi-was-21-not-16-on-his-debut-reveals-autobiography-215480">revealed Afridi's actual age</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just age, Afridi has penned down his thoughts on several political and sensitive issues also&nbsp;like Kashmir controversy and the 2010 spot-fixing scandal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, a Pakistani batsman Imran Farhat,&nbsp;who played 40 Tests and 58 ODIs for Pakistan,&nbsp;has accused Afridi of destroying many careers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Farhat&nbsp;took to his Twitter handle to request other players to speak up, he wrote, "I have a fair few stories to tell and I urge all the players who have been named and shamed to speak up and tell the truth about this selfish player who has ruined plenty of careers for his own good"</p>

<p>He further added, "I have allot of stories to tell regarding this so called Saint we have had the pleasure of playing with. He sure is talented enough to become a politician. (sic)"&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Afridi has criticised many former players, including Javed Miandad, Waqar Younis and Gautam Gambhir in the book which is co-authored by journalist Wajahat S Khan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Farhat added, "I am utterly amashmed from what I have heard and read so far regarding this new book of Mr Afridi, someone who has lied about his age for 20 odd years now decides to come clean and name and blame some of our living legends. (sic)"&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a petition has been filed in a Pakistan court to stop further publication of his book.&nbsp;</p>


Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi's latest autobiography titled "Game Changer" has remained in headlines lately, mostly for controversy as the book raised questions after it revealed Afridi's actual age.

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi's latest autobiography titled "Game Changer" has remained in headlines lately, mostly for controversy as the book raised questions after it revealed Afridi's actual age. Not just age, Afridi has penned down his thoughts on several political and sensitive issues also like Kashmir controversy and the 2010 spot-fixing scandal. Now, a Pakistani batsman Imran Farhat, who played 40 Tests and 58 ODIs for Pakistan, has accused Afridi of destroying many careers. Farhat took to his Twitter handle to request other players to speak up, he wrote, "I have a fair few stories to tell and I urge all the players who have been named and shamed to speak up and tell the truth about this selfish player who has ruined plenty of careers for his own good" He further added, "I have allot of stories to tell regarding this so called Saint we have had the pleasure of playing with. He sure is talented enough to become a politician. (sic)" I have a fair few stories to tell and I urge all the players who have been named and shamed to speak up and tell the truth about this selfish player who has ruined plenty of careers for his own good — Imran Farhat (@imranfarhat1982) May 6, 2019 × Afridi has criticised many former players, including Javed Miandad, Waqar Younis and Gautam Gambhir in the book which is co-authored by journalist Wajahat S Khan. Farhat added, "I am utterly amashmed from what I have heard and read so far regarding this new book of Mr Afridi, someone who has lied about his age for 20 odd years now decides to come clean and name and blame some of our living legends. (sic)" Meanwhile, a petition has been filed in a Pakistan court to stop further publication of his book.

'Selfish' Shahid Afridi has ruined many careers, says Pakistani cricketer Imran Farhat

<p>Indian Tennis player Sania Mirza, who is married to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik, on Sunday posted a heartfelt message for the CRPF soldiers, who lost their lives in the Pulwama terror attack.</p>

<p>Sania Mirza not only offered her support for the soldiers and their families but also called 14th February a 'black day for India'.</p>

<p>"I stand with the CRPF jawaans and their families, my heart goes out to them and they are our true heroes who protect our country. 14th February was a black day for India and I hope we never have to see another day like this, no amount of condolences can make any of this better," Sania said in a lengthy post on Twitter.</p>

<p>Over 40 CRPF personnel were killed when their convoy was targeted on Srinagar-Jammu national highway on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The convoy comprised 78 buses in which around 2,500 personnel were travelling from Jammu to Srinagar.</p>

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<p>Pakistan-based outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), whose leader Masood Azhar is a UN-designated terrorist, has claimed responsibility for the attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Saina is one of the most successful Indian tennis player who was bestowed with Arjuna Award in 2004, Padma Shri in 2006, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2015 and Padma Bhushan in 2016 by the Indian government.&nbsp;</p>


Indian Tennis player Sania Mirza, who is married to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik, on Sunday posted a heartfelt message for the CRPF soldiers, who lost their lives in the Pulwama terror attack.

Indian Tennis player Sania Mirza, who is married to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik, on Sunday posted a heartfelt message for the CRPF soldiers, who lost their lives in the Pulwama terror attack. Sania Mirza not only offered her support for the soldiers and their families but also called 14th February a 'black day for India'. "I stand with the CRPF jawaans and their families, my heart goes out to them and they are our true heroes who protect our country. 14th February was a black day for India and I hope we never have to see another day like this, no amount of condolences can make any of this better," Sania said in a lengthy post on Twitter. Over 40 CRPF personnel were killed when their convoy was targeted on Srinagar-Jammu national highway on Thursday. The convoy comprised 78 buses in which around 2,500 personnel were travelling from Jammu to Srinagar. We stand united 🕯 #PulwamaAttack pic.twitter.com/Cmeij5X1On — Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) February 17, 2019 × Pakistan-based outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), whose leader Masood Azhar is a UN-designated terrorist, has claimed responsibility for the attack. Meanwhile, Saina is one of the most successful Indian tennis player who was bestowed with Arjuna Award in 2004, Padma Shri in 2006, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2015 and Padma Bhushan in 2016 by the Indian government.

Sania Mirza condemns Pulwama attack, says 'I stand with CRPF jawaans, their families'

<p>A Pakistani cricket tribunal Monday upheld a 10-year ban on former opener Nasir Jamshed over his role in various fixing scandals that rocked the Pakistan Super League (PSL).</p>

<p>The 28-year-old -- one of six players banned for multiple charges of spot fixing -- was sanctioned by an anti-corruption tribunal in August for his role in the scandal, which tainted the Twenty20 tournament in only its second year.</p>

<p>"The independent adjudicator has found the ban was 'perfectly justified' and shall continue to remain in force," the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a statement.</p>

<p>Jamshed was first banned for 12 months by the same tribunal last December for failing to cooperate with the investigation.</p>

<p>The cricketer has been enmeshed in controversy since allegations broke he had effectively been a "lynchpin" who approached and solicited other players" in spot-fixing in PSL matches played in the United Arab Emirates.</p>

<p>Spot-fixing refers to illegal activity in a sport where a specific part of a game is fixed, unlike match-fixing, where the whole result is fixed.</p>

<p>Jamshed was also arrested by the National Crime Agency in England on spot-fixing charges but was later released on bail in February last year.</p>

<p>Jamshed has played two Tests, 48 one-day internationals and 18 T20s for Pakistan until 2015.</p>

<p>His career nosedived during the 2015 World Cup where he was found overweight and mocked during fielding, managing just five runs in three matches.</p>

<p>The other players banned in the PSL spot-fixing tribunal were Sharjeel Khan (five years with two and a half suspended), Khalid Latif (five years), Mohammad Irfan (one year with six months suspended) and Mohammad Nawaz (two months, one suspended).&nbsp;</p>


A Pakistani cricket tribunal Monday upheld a 10-year ban on former opener Nasir Jamshed over his role in various fixing scandals that rocked the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

A Pakistani cricket tribunal Monday upheld a 10-year ban on former opener Nasir Jamshed over his role in various fixing scandals that rocked the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The 28-year-old -- one of six players banned for multiple charges of spot fixing -- was sanctioned by an anti-corruption tribunal in August for his role in the scandal, which tainted the Twenty20 tournament in only its second year. "The independent adjudicator has found the ban was 'perfectly justified' and shall continue to remain in force," the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a statement. Jamshed was first banned for 12 months by the same tribunal last December for failing to cooperate with the investigation. The cricketer has been enmeshed in controversy since allegations broke he had effectively been a "lynchpin" who approached and solicited other players" in spot-fixing in PSL matches played in the United Arab Emirates. Spot-fixing refers to illegal activity in a sport where a specific part of a game is fixed, unlike match-fixing, where the whole result is fixed. Jamshed was also arrested by the National Crime Agency in England on spot-fixing charges but was later released on bail in February last year. Jamshed has played two Tests, 48 one-day internationals and 18 T20s for Pakistan until 2015. His career nosedived during the 2015 World Cup where he was found overweight and mocked during fielding, managing just five runs in three matches. The other players banned in the PSL spot-fixing tribunal were Sharjeel Khan (five years with two and a half suspended), Khalid Latif (five years), Mohammad Irfan (one year with six months suspended) and Mohammad Nawaz (two months, one suspended).

Pakistan cricket officials uphold ban against opener Jamshed

<p>Pakistani batsman Ahmed Shehzad has been banned for four months over a failed drug test, authorities said Friday, after he pleaded guilty to violating anti-doping rules.</p>

<p>The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) punished the 26-year-old after he tested positive for a "prohibited substance" during the domestic Pakistan Cup earlier this year.</p>

<p>Shehzad "has been banned for four months effective from 10th July 2018... for violating the board's anti-doping rules", the PCB said in a statement.</p>

<p>He "accepts that he has committed the violations of the PCB rules, but had no intent to cheat or enhance his performance", it added.</p>

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<p>Authorities did not identify the substance over which Shehzad was banned.</p>

<p>"I inadvertently consumed a medicine which as an experienced cricketer I should have refrained from," Shehzad said on Twitter after the decision was announced.</p>

<p>"This is a lesson for me... and I hope to make a strong comeback from here."</p>

<p>The right-handed opener, who was suspended in July over the failed test, will also deliver anti-doping lectures "as a part of his rehabilitation process", the PCB said.</p>

<p>The Lahore-born Shehzad played 13 Tests, 81 one-day internationals and 57 Twenty20s for Pakistan, but has failed to impress selectors recently.</p>

<p>His last appearance for Pakistan was in a T20 against Scotland in June.</p>


Pakistani batsman Ahmed Shehzad has been banned for four months over a failed drug test, authorities said Friday, after he pleaded guilty to violating anti-doping rules.

Pakistani batsman Ahmed Shehzad has been banned for four months over a failed drug test, authorities said Friday, after he pleaded guilty to violating anti-doping rules. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) punished the 26-year-old after he tested positive for a "prohibited substance" during the domestic Pakistan Cup earlier this year. Shehzad "has been banned for four months effective from 10th July 2018... for violating the board's anti-doping rules", the PCB said in a statement. He "accepts that he has committed the violations of the PCB rules, but had no intent to cheat or enhance his performance", it added. 📰 Ahmad Shahzad has been banned for four months effective from 10th July 2018 by PCB) for violating the Board’s Anti-Doping Rules. More details to follow. — PCB Official (@TheRealPCB) October 5, 2018 × Authorities did not identify the substance over which Shehzad was banned. "I inadvertently consumed a medicine which as an experienced cricketer I should have refrained from," Shehzad said on Twitter after the decision was announced. "This is a lesson for me... and I hope to make a strong comeback from here." The right-handed opener, who was suspended in July over the failed test, will also deliver anti-doping lectures "as a part of his rehabilitation process", the PCB said. The Lahore-born Shehzad played 13 Tests, 81 one-day internationals and 57 Twenty20s for Pakistan, but has failed to impress selectors recently. His last appearance for Pakistan was in a T20 against Scotland in June.

Pakistan's Shehzad gets four-month ban over failed doping test

<p>News reports said Wednesday that Imran Khan's third marriage is reportedly in trouble.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reasons for the trouble, the reports said, were children from previous marriages, and relatives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Imran had married Bushra Manek, secretly, last month amidst a media frenzy. Bushra was, at the time, described as his "spiritual mentor".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wednesday's news reports seemed to hint that Imran was upset by the presence of Bushra's son at his home.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The couple had reportedly had a rule that no child from any of their previous marriages would live with them for very long.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The news reports also added that Bushra was not happy with the presence of Imran's sisters in his home. The sisters, the reports said, were helping out with the renovation of Imran's home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p><em>(Imran Khan, his third wife Bushra Manek, and relatives pose for a family photo after their marriage last month.)&nbsp;</em></p>

<p>Bushra is Imran's third wife. He has before this been married to the British socialite Jemima Goldsmith. The marriage lasted nine years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Imran's second marriage in 2015 to TV anchor Reham Khan lasted 10 months.</p>


Imran had married Bushra Manek, secretly, last month amidst a media frenzy. Bushra was, at the time, described as his 'spiritual mentor'

News reports said Wednesday that Imran Khan's third marriage is reportedly in trouble. The reasons for the trouble, the reports said, were children from previous marriages, and relatives. Imran had married Bushra Manek, secretly, last month amidst a media frenzy. Bushra was, at the time, described as his "spiritual mentor". Wednesday's news reports seemed to hint that Imran was upset by the presence of Bushra's son at his home. The couple had reportedly had a rule that no child from any of their previous marriages would live with them for very long. The news reports also added that Bushra was not happy with the presence of Imran's sisters in his home. The sisters, the reports said, were helping out with the renovation of Imran's home. (Imran Khan, his third wife Bushra Manek, and relatives pose for a family photo after their marriage last month.) Bushra is Imran's third wife. He has before this been married to the British socialite Jemima Goldsmith. The marriage lasted nine years. Imran's second marriage in 2015 to TV anchor Reham Khan lasted 10 months.

Imran Khan's third marriage in trouble: Reports