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Pakistani sports presenter Zainab Abbas has recently left the World Cup 2023 in India, citing safety concerns due to threats she faced over her old social media posts. This incident raises questions about the security of individuals involved in sports and the responsibility of organizations like the International Cricket Council (ICC) to ensure their safety.
Zainab Abbas, a respected sports presenter from Pakistan, had been in India to cover the prestigious #WorldCup2023. However, her stay in India took an alarming turn when she began receiving threats over her social media posts. Fearing for her safety, Abbas decided to leave the event prematurely, which is nothing short of heartbreaking for someone who is passionate about cricket and her job.
Michael Atherton in commentary today :
Forcing Zainab Abbas to leave the country is another shameful stunt from BCCI, they keep mixing politics with cricket, ICC should stop being a dummy and never let them host any tournament again
Atherton didn't hold back pic.twitter.com/KYV7SJT1nE
— Haroon (@ThisHaroon) October 9, 2023
One of the most distressing aspects of this incident is the apparent lack of protection provided by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
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As the governing body for international cricket, the ICC has a duty not only to ensure the smooth conduct of tournaments but also the safety and well-being of all individuals involved, including players, officials, and presenters. The fact that Zainab Abbas felt compelled to take a “safe exit” from India suggests that the ICC may have fallen short in providing adequate security measures.
Shameful Behavior by India
It is disheartening to witness such incidents that tarnish the image of a nation. The threats faced by Zainab Abbas, a professional who was simply doing her job, reflect poorly on the host nation, India. Sports should be a platform for fostering goodwill and promoting cultural exchanges, but in this case, it has been marred by the shameful behavior of a few individuals.
This is not the first instance of India’s questionable behavior in the realm of cricket. Earlier, India had refused to visit Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023, citing political tensions. The refusal to participate in a cricketing event on foreign soil not only undermines the spirit of sportsmanship but also isolates the cricketing community in the region.
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