With the return of international cricket in Pakistan, hopes of bigger teams touring the nation are now sky high. To add to the excitement, the English men might also be visiting soon!
According to reports, Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal has sent an official invitation to England Cricket Board (ECB) urging them to play a series within Pakistan. The invitation was addressed to UK High Commissioner to Pakistan, Thomas Drew.
In addition, the commissioner was also informed about the security precautions the country has been taking has improved as the government has taken a stance against terrorism to bring back the sport which runs through the veins of every Pakistani.
“The successful holding of the cricket matches in Pakistan is a clear proof that we have defeated terrorism and extremism.”
Pakistan has a two-match Test series against England soon. And the Pakistani officials hope to invite England team to Pakistan at the conclusion of the series.
It is important that teams like England, Australia do come for international cricket series in Pakistan as they are ranked among the top teams in the world. It will be a huge moment for Pakistan if England cricket team visits Pakistan for a series.
At the inaugural session of Pakistan’s first International Counter-Terrorism Forum Ahsan Iqbal said, “The international community will have to understand that what Pakistan is facing today is largely due to the failure of the world powers to discharge their obligations in the region.” Interior Minister said.
Will England say yes to play the series? What do you think?
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