Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali has received significant relief from an English court. He was arrested after a British-Pakistani woman leveled serious allegations of rape against him.
Sports News: Major news has emerged concerning Pakistani cricketer Haider Ali. A few days ago, he was arrested in London while he was in the country to play a match for the Pakistan Shaheens team against Melbourne Cricket Club at Canterbury ground. The arrest was made by Manchester Police following an accusation of rape by a British-Pakistani woman.
Following this incident, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) immediately suspended him. However, Haider Ali has now been granted considerable relief by the court. The court has ruled in his favor, acquitting him of the charges.
Haider Ali Was Arrested in London
Haider Ali was arrested in England while he was playing for the Pakistan Shaheens team. Manchester Police took him into custody at the Canterbury ground during the match against Melbourne Cricket Club. Since his arrest, he remained involved in legal proceedings, and the court had granted him conditional bail.
The complaint was filed by a British-Pakistani woman. She informed the police that she first met him in a Manchester hotel on July 23, 2025. Subsequently, they met again on August 1st in Ashford. The woman filed a report with the police in mid-August, accusing Haider Ali of rape.
Based on the complaint, the police took immediate action and arrested the player. However, the court has now found that there is insufficient evidence to substantiate the woman's allegations.
Court Acquits Him, Returns Passport
In its verdict, the London court clearly stated that the rape case could not proceed based on the available evidence. The court dismissed the case, granting Haider Ali his freedom. His passport has also been returned, which means he can now return to Pakistan or travel anywhere, including the UK.
Barrister Moin Khan, a criminal law expert representing Haider Ali, argued that the accusations were baseless and no concrete evidence was presented. The court accepted his arguments.
Upon the rape allegations surfacing, the Pakistan Cricket Board had suspended Haider Ali. The board had clarified that the player could not participate in cricketing activities until the investigation was complete and the court's decision was made. Now, following the court's verdict, it is expected that the PCB will soon lift his suspension.
Haider Ali's Cricket Career
24-year-old Haider Ali has played 37 international matches for Pakistan to date.
- T20I: 35 matches, 505 runs
- ODI: 2 matches
Haider is considered one of the emerging batsmen. He had also made his mark with b performances in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). His career was temporarily halted due to the rape case, but now, following the court's decision, his chances of returning to the field have increased.
