In a world where cricket often mirrors the mood of the subcontinent, the recent remarks of Mohammad Rizwan feel like a breath of fresh air.
As tensions once again rise between Pakistan and India following the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), conversations around cutting cricketing ties have resurfaced.
But while the political noise grows louder, Rizwan’s calm, composed voice offers something we’ve been sorely missing—perspective.
Speaking at a post-match press conference during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10, the captain of the Multan Sultans and Pakistan’s ODI team, Mohammad Rizwan was asked about the escalating situation and whether politics should affect cricket.
His reply? Diplomatic, heartfelt, and refreshingly grounded. “Firstly, I don’t know what’s happening between the two countries because I don’t have time to use social media,” he chuckled.
That line says a lot—not just about Rizwan’s focus, but also about his intent to steer clear of the controversy and stick to what he does best: cricket.
But Rizwan didn’t stop there. He went on to explain what many fans often forget in the heat of online arguments and political debates—that cricketers, despite national rivalries, share mutual respect and camaraderie.
“Whenever I meet our cricketing family, which features top players like Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, and Joe Root, we meet like brothers and learn a lot from each other,” he said.
“I’ll just say that politics should not be brought into sport.”
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A Reminder of Brotherhood
These words resonate deeply. In a climate where sporting events are increasingly politicised, Rizwan’s reminder of brotherhood and learning from each other feels like a much-needed anchor.
Just days ago, BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly added fuel to the fire, suggesting that India should not play any bilateral matches with Pakistan.
Their comments came amid growing calls for severing sporting ties, especially from Indian political circles. And let’s be honest—this isn’t new. Since 2013, the two cricketing giants have only met in ICC or Asian Cricket Council (ACC) events.
Fans get hyped every time there’s an India vs. Pakistan match, but deep down, we all know it’s a rare treat, not a regular rivalry like it used to be.
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