Wasim Akram and Moeen Khan Call for Revival of India-Pakistan Cricket Ties

Wasim Akram and Moeen Khan Call for Revival of India-Pakistan Cricket Ties

VoM News Desk | November 19, 2023 | 03:34 PM IST | Sports | Follow on Google News

Wasim Akram and Moeen Khan Call for Revival of India-Pakistan Cricket Ties

Wasim Akram and Moeen Khan Call for Revival of India-Pakistan Cricket Ties

Former cricketers Wasim Akram and Moeen Khan have voiced their support for restoring bilateral cricket series between India and Pakistan, a rivalry that has been limited to multinational tournaments since their last bilateral series in 2012-13.

Strong Public Interest in Matches

Moeen Khan highlighted the enthusiastic response from fans during Pakistan’s matches in India, particularly during the 2016 T20I World Cup and the more recent ODI World Cup. The full stadiums during these games, according to Moeen, indicate a public appetite for a revival of bilateral cricketing ties.

Akram’s View on Cricket as a Unifying Force

Wasim Akram echoed Moeen’s sentiments, emphasizing the potential benefits of India-Pakistan cricket. He pointed out not just the financial advantages for the boards and players but also the opportunity to invest in grassroots cricket. Akram stressed that cricket transcends politics and can act as a unifying force between the two countries.

Recent Cricketing Developments

Despite Pakistan’s strong performance in the recent ODI World Cup, they missed out on a semi-final spot due to Net Run Rate (NRR) calculations, finishing in fifth place. Meanwhile, India, remaining unbeaten in the tournament, is set to face five-time champions Australia in the World Cup. The squads for both teams boast experienced and skilled players, setting the stage for an exciting contest.

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