Pakistani left-arm fast bowler Salman Mirza has sent a legal notice to ARY News and reporter Shahid Hashmi. The notice demands Rs. 100 million in damages over a report related to the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Salman Mirza’s legal team described the report as false, malicious, and defamatory, stating it seriously damaged the cricketer’s personal and professional reputation. The story claimed that Mirza misbehaved with a female staff member at the team hotel in Kandy. It also stated that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had fined him.
Mirza’s lawyers rejected these allegations and demanded that ARY News take immediate corrective action to protect the cricketer’s reputation.
Legal Notice Demands
The notice outlines several key demands:
- Remove the report from ARY News’ website, social media, and all other platforms.
- Ensure that Shahid Hashmi withdraws the statement and the story attributed to him.
- Publish a clear and unconditional public apology to Salman Mirza, the PCB, and the public.
The apology, according to the notice, must be prominently published, similar to the original report.
Impact on Reputation
Salman Mirza’s legal team stated that the report had caused irreparable harm to his image and career. They emphasized that swift compliance by the channel would prevent further legal action.
The legal notice comes amid increased scrutiny of player behavior during the 2026 T20 World Cup. Salman Mirza, a key player in Pakistan cricket, has taken a strong stance against what he considers false reporting and defamation.
The situation is developing as ARY News evaluates the notice. Observers expect further updates on whether the channel will comply with the demands or face legal proceedings.
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This case highlights the increasing legal actions taken by sports figures to protect their reputation against media reports. Salman Mirza’s move reinforces the importance of accuracy in sports journalism.
