After a hiatus of nearly a year, the cricketing giants India and Pakistan are poised to renew their age-old rivalry on the cricket field. The much-anticipated encounter between the arch-rivals is scheduled to take place during the ICC World Cup 2023, slated to begin in October. This will mark Pakistan’s first visit to India since 2016 when they competed in the ICC T20 World Cup. Ahead of the tournament, former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq has made a surprising remark, urging for the resumption of bilateral series between the two nations.
The clash between India and Pakistan has always been one of the most exhilarating and emotionally charged events in the cricketing world. The political tensions between the two nations have often spilled onto the cricket field, intensifying the competition. Fans from both sides eagerly await these encounters, which transcend the boundaries of sport.
In a recent statement, former Pakistani all-rounder Abdul Razzaq expressed his desire to witness the resumption of bilateral series between India and Pakistan. While reflecting on the past, Razzaq claimed that India refrained from playing against Pakistan during the 1997-98 period due to fear of facing the strong Pakistani side. He emphasized that the situation has changed over time, with no team being inherently stronger or weaker.
Razzaq acknowledged the mutual respect shared by the players from both nations. Despite the intense rivalry, cricketers on both sides have developed a close bond over the years. The camaraderie among the players transcends political tensions and serves as a testament to the unifying power of cricket.
“We respect each other and cricketers share a close bond. There’s only Indian team that doesn’t play against Pakistan. From 1997-98, they didn’t play much against us because we had a strong team and India ended up losing against us. Now, situation has change. No team is strong or weak,” Razzaq told EHCricket.
Both India and Pakistan have consistently demonstrated their cricketing prowess on the international stage. Their encounters have produced thrilling matches and iconic moments that have etched themselves in the annals of cricket history. Fans around the world eagerly await the clash of these two cricketing powerhouses in the ICC World Cup 2023.
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Razzaq’s statement further amplifies the growing sentiment among cricket enthusiasts, urging for the resumption of bilateral series between India and Pakistan. The revival of regular cricketing ties could provide a platform for the players to showcase their skills and foster better relations between the two nations beyond the cricket field
