Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has launched a formal inquiry into former national captain Rashid Latif over remarks he made about the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and its chief, Mohsin Naqvi, regarding repeated captaincy changes. The investigation stems from Latif’s public criticism of the board’s handling of leadership in the national team, particularly within the white-ball formats. On Wednesday, NCCIA spokesperson Najeebullah Hasan confirmed, “Former wicketkeeper Rashid Latif has provided his statement in two inquiries against him in Islamabad and Lahore.” The probe follows a complaint lodged by PCB’s senior legal manager, Syed Ali Naqvi, who cited Latif’s social media posts as grounds for examination. Latif had openly questioned the board’s frequent captaincy alterations, stating, “Shaheen Shah Afridi named ODI captain. Divide and rule policy is a political strategy to gain and maintain power by creating and exploiting divisions within a population, such as religious, ethnic, cricket teams, or class differences.” He further added that Pakistan is unique in its inability to consistently produce competent captains, a statement that intensified scrutiny from cricket authorities and cyber regulators alike. Read also: Will Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah Skip India vs South Africa ODIs for T20 World Cup 2026 Prep? Shaheen Afridi Responds, Broader Cyber Complaints Surface In the midst of the controversy, newly appointed ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi clarified the process of his elevation. Afridi said, “I took this responsibility from the Pakistan Cricket Board after discussing the matter with Rizwan.” Afridi said. He explained that he consulted only former captain Mohammad Rizwan before accepting the role. He added, “Rizwan was the only person I discussed with, and I asked him how he felt about me accepting the captaincy. Rizwan decided for himself he would make way for me, and that is how things worked out." Separately, the NCCIA has received another complaint against legendary pacer Wasim Akram, alleging promotion of a betting application. The agency has not yet issued a formal notice in Akram’s case. These concurrent proceedings underline the regulatory body’s expanding scrutiny over public statements and endorsements by prominent cricket figures. The inquiry into Latif focuses on accountability for public commentary about institutional conduct, while also testing the boundaries of freedom of expression in the realm of sports administration. Latif’s next appearance before the NCCIA is awaited to determine if further legal or administrative actions will follow.