Zulqarnain, who is planning to return home on April 24 or 25 from London where he has remained since last November, told Geo News that he has got two phone calls.
“The caller twice threatened me with death and problems for my family. I have informed the police in London,” he said. “The police have advised me to be very cautious and to take the threats seriously,” Zulqarnain said.
The ‘keeper fled the Pakistan team hotel in Dubai during a one-day series against South Africa last November, claiming he got threats from an unidentified person who wanted him to fix matches.
Zulqarnain fled to London and sought asylum there but last week, after meeting Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik, said withdrew his application.
Zulqarnain, who is living in a residence provided by the government, said he had moved to another location after getting the fresh threats.
The wicketkeeper said he was grateful to the Scotland Yard and other authorities for helping him a lot during his stay in the United Kingdom. “They have helped me a lot during my stay and I can tell you the last few months have been very difficult for me and my family. But I am also grateful to all those who have supported me until now,” he said.
Zulqarnain confirmed he had spoken briefly to the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board and informed him about his decision to return to Pakistan on the reassurances given by Rehman Malik. “I am ready to face the situation and will cooperate in every way with the board and the anti-corruption unit in future,” he added.