Former Pakistani cricketer Mushtaq Ahmed shared his ideas on the extremely anticipated venues for the Champions Trophy, together with the possible match between Pakistan and India. He emphasised the significance of sportsmanship and cross-border camaraderie. “The Champions Trophy is an ICC tournament and Pakistan is hosting it. So I think India should not hesitate to play. The game should be taken as just a game. People from both countries like each other’s cricket teams. If India comes to play cricket in Pakistan then it will be a great benefit for cricket,” he mentioned whereas talking to ANI.
As per sources, the International Cricket Council (ICC) officers try to induce the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to work in the direction of the hybrid mannequin for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy subsequent 12 months by way of back-channel talks.
Sources mentioned that back-channel talks are occurring to make PCB perceive why the hybrid mannequin is the easiest way to go for the match and why there can’t be an ICC match with out the Indian cricket staff. The sources have additionally mentioned that prime ICC officers try to get Pakistan cease making any statements towards India.
There are discussions occurring with the host Pakistan and different taking part groups of the Champions Trophy subsequent 12 months in regards to the schedule and it’s more likely to be out in a few days or so, the sources added.
India, the 2017 finalists, won’t be taking part in their matches in Pakistan and their matches will probably be held within the United Arab Emirates (UAE), mentioned the supply. PCB wrote to the International Cricket Council (ICC) in search of causes behind India’s refusal to journey to Pakistan to play the ICC Champions Trophy subsequent 12 months, Geo News reported.
India conveyed its stance of not travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy, citing ‘safety issues’.
Mushtaq Ahmed additionally expressed his pleasure for the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10 League, highlighting the worldwide participation and the chance to mentor younger expertise.
“There is a lot of excitement about the T10 league as players from around the world will be participating in the league. It is a great honour for me to work with them,” he mentioned.
Ahmed emphasised the familial bond inside his staff, including, “The Deccan Gladiators team is like my family. We feel great when we pass our experience to the young players.”
Topics talked about on this article
