[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi believes that there will be no greater humiliation for India than being thrashed by Pakistan in one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments, especially on their home turf.
The former all-rounder reiterated that management should encourage their national players to travel to the World Cup and return after winning the trophy. This entire saga should be resolved in a more positive and intelligent manner.
“I don’t understand why they [PCB] are so adamant about not going to India. They need to simplify the situation and recognise that an international cricket tournament is taking place – take it positively and go play. Tell your boys to go get the trophy; the entire nation is rooting for them. It’ll be a big win for us as well as a slap in the face for the BCCI,” Afridi said.
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The 46-year-old stated that since we don’t have many options, we should choose the one that is feasible and within our means.
“Go to India, play decent cricket, and win.” This is our only option; we have no other choice. We’re supposed to go there, return with the World Cup, and send them a clear message that we can go anywhere and win,” he added.
It is worth noting that Afridi previously urged the relevant authorities to make a decision on hosting the Asia Cup in Pakistan as soon as possible, emphasising the importance of keeping cricket and politics separate.
For historical reasons, Pakistan and India are known as arch-rivals; however, it is disheartening that both national teams have not had the opportunity to compete against each other on their respective home grounds in any format of the game since 2012.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
