The independent probe into who purportedly falsified the birth certificates of the seven “heritage” players has hit a roadblock, with crucial documents withheld and implicated parties refusing to cooperate, the panel said.

In its report released today, the four-member independent investigation committee (IIC) said its investigation is limited, as it does not have legal powers to demand documents, force people to attend interviews, or examine records forensically.

The panel said it could only...