Pakistani Cricketer Haider Ali Arrested and Suspended Amidst Rape Allegations

Following the arrest of Haider Ali, Greater Manchester Police confirmed an investigation into a reported rape involving a 24-year-old man. While the police did not explicitly name Haider Ali in their initial statement, they confirmed an arrest related to an incident on July 23, 2025. Haider Ali has been released on bail. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has initiated its own investigation and has suspended Haider Ali pending the legal proceedings. The PCB has stated it will offer full cooperation with the legal process and provide Haider Ali with legal assistance. The arrest reportedly took place at the Beckenham Ground in Kent County, where Haider Ali was playing a match with the Pakistan Shaheen team against the England Lions.