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PSB Declares Age Fraud a Violation in Sports
Pakistan Sports Board declares age fraud a violation under the National Code of Ethics. Strict penalties announced, including disqualification, loss of benefits, and further disciplinary action.
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by News Desk
2025-07-21
PSB Declares Age Fraud a Violation in Sports

The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has officially declared age fraud in sports a punishable violation under the Pakistan Code of Ethics and Governance in Sports. In a notification issued this week —  the PSB laid out new verification requirements for junior athletes and emphasized a zero-tolerance approach toward age falsification.

“Globally, age fraud in sports, especially in junior categories, poses a serious threat to fair competition, athlete safety, and the integrity of sporting structures,” read the PSB notification.

To counter this growing problem, the PSB stated that athletes under the age of 21 participating in junior events must now submit their CNIC or B-Form, as well as names of the selection committee members, dental examination reports, and radiological tests. These documents must be medically verified and endorsed by both the president and secretary general of the respective sports federations before being submitted for final scrutiny by the PSB.

The notification made it clear that any athlete found submitting forged or suspicious documents will be disqualified from participation in PSB training camps, barred from financial assistance, and ineligible for cash awards. Disciplinary action may also follow in such cases.

The Board pointed out that forging age documents not only deprives eligible athletes of opportunities but also increases the risk of physical injuries when mismatched athletes compete. “Only athletes who submit verified and accurate documentation will now be eligible to participate in PSB training camps and receive financial support or cash awards,” it said.

The PSB's policy aligns with international concerns. “The International Olympics Committee (IOC) and other global sports bodies have repeatedly stressed the need for transparency and integrity in sports,” the notification noted.

In a related development earlier this month, the PSB took notice of sports federation officials who have held office beyond their allowed tenure, in violation of the National Sports Policy 2005. Warning letters were issued to nine office-bearers from various federations.

Meanwhile, in a separate announcement, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah confirmed that Karachi will host the 35th National Games from December 6 to 13, 2025. The event was initially scheduled for May but was postponed due to “unavoidable circumstances.”

The PSB’s recent measures mark a significant move toward greater transparency, fairness, and professionalism in Pakistan’s sports system, with a focus on protecting young athletes and restoring public trust.
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