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BCCI President Roger Binny And Vice-President Rajiv Shukla Crossed The Attari-Wagah Border Into Pakistan

Rohit SarkarBy Rohit Sarkar04/09/2023No Comments3 Mins Read
BCCI President Roger Binny And Vice-President Rajiv Shukla Crossed The Attari-Wagah Border Into Pakistan

In a move signaling a thaw in cricket diplomacy, BCCI President Roger Binny and Vice-President Rajiv Shukla crossed the Attari-Wagah border into Pakistan on Monday. This historic trip comes as part of the Asia Cup 2023 campaign. Interestingly, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had extended an invitation to their Indian counterparts to attend matches in Pakistan. The tournament, which kicked off on August 30, features matches in both Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Earlier, Roger Binny remarked, “Apart from the official dinner, we will also witness a couple of matches.” His visit, along with Shukla’s, marks a significant departure in India-Pakistan cricket relations. Specifically, it’s the first such journey by a BCCI president since the bilateral cricket ties were severed following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Upon arrival, both Binny and Shukla received a warm reception from PCB Chairman Ashraf and other high-ranking officials. Their schedule includes staying in Pakistan for three days and attending Asia Cup matches. The visit aims to not only cement sporting relations but also pave the way for future dialogue between the two cricketing nations.

Moreover, the initiative is seen as a potential soft-power approach to mend the otherwise tumultuous relationship between India and Pakistan. Cricket has often been more than just a sport for these countries; it’s an emotional affair that sways millions. Therefore, the symbolic crossing of the Attari-Wagah border by top BCCI officials could represent a softening of stances and the beginning of a new chapter.

Certainly, the world will be watching. International observers see this as a positive step, particularly since diplomatic channels between the two countries have remained tense for years. Similarly, cricket fans from both sides of the border are hopeful that this trip might eventually lead to the resumption of bilateral series between India and Pakistan.

BCCI President Roger Binny And Vice-President Rajiv Shukla Crossed The Attari-Wagah Border Into Pakistan

Roger Binny and Rajeev Shukla have crossed the Attari-Wagah border to visit Pakistan for the Asia Cup. pic.twitter.com/p2oPS5rN6W

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 4, 2023

However, for now, the focus remains on the Asia Cup. Pakistan is set to host four matches, while Sri Lanka will host nine. In addition, the high-profile visit from BCCI dignitaries will likely add an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the matches held in Pakistan.

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On September 7, Binny and Shukla will return to India. Yet, their brief sojourn may leave a lasting impact. If successful, this trip could set a precedent for increased cooperation and interaction in the world of cricket and perhaps even beyond. As Roger Binny noted, this visit isn’t just about the matches; it’s a significant stride in a larger narrative. Only time will tell how fruitful this move turns out to be, but for now, it certainly stands as a milestone.

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