Sept 20, 2021: New Zealand Cricket Chief David White hinted at resuming the T20 series in the future after Kiwis abandoned their historic Pakistan tour citing security threats.
A statement from White said New Zealand will consider playing a canceled match against green shirts in the future. “It would be premature to talk about New Zealand’s visit to Pakistan at this time,” the statement said.
“Whether it is Pakistan or England, where the team visits, reviewing the security arrangements is the most important step,” it added.
He also said that NZC can still enjoy good relations with Pakistan cricket while praising that Pakistan is a cricket loving nation and he knows that Pakistanis are disappointed with the cancellation of the series. “The NZC can understand how much damage has been done to Pakistani fans,” he added.
Earlier, Pakistan Cricket Board CEO Wasim Khan had said that Pakistan would not play a home series abroad. Talking to reporters, he said that New Zealand left the tour of Pakistan on unilateral basis while adding that this decision has done a lot of damage to our cricket.
The PCB now has a clear vision that Pakistan will play home series only in Pakistan and not anywhere else for which we are in talks with various boards. He said the PCB along with other Pakistani institutions have worked day and night to bring international cricket back to Pakistan’s stadiums.
Pakistan cricket worked hard to win the faith of world cricket and resume international cricket in Pakistan and the Kiwis damaged our reputation and hard work.
There is a financial loss but the reputation of Pakistan cricket has been severely damaged. Meanwhile, PCB chairman Rameez Raja has written an official letter to New Zealand Cricket calling for a last-minute tour.
Pakistan will play T20 World Cup and is determined to win. “We can’t wear black sleeves as a protest during the World Cup because it will be a political move,” he said.
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