T20 WC: UAE release all-rounder due to disciplinary issues before opener

Muhammad Zohaib was sent back from the UAE squad due to disciplinary issues, with the ECB refusing further comment. UAE captain Muhammad Waseem said India-Pakistan tensions do not affect his team, stressing unity among players of different nationalities. He praised coach Lalchand Rajput’s guidance and said the team is well prepared for their match against New Zealand, drawing confidence from their historic 2023 win over them.