Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has criticized the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for allegedly politicizing international cricket. He accused the BCCI of undermining the sport’s integrity by mixing political agendas with cricketing decisions.
Afridi expressed his concerns on social media, urging the International Cricket Council (ICC) and its Board of Directors to ensure fairness and assert their authority. His comments come amidst tensions over India’s refusal to play ICC Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan, proposing a neutral venue instead—a suggestion rejected by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
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A crucial meeting between stakeholders from both countries is set for November 29 to address the situation and finalize the tournament’s schedule, with significant implications for the event and the PCB-BCCI relationship.
