The recent India vs. Pakistan cricket encounter held just a week ago captivated the global audience, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. The build-up to this intense match was palpable on both sides, with fans eagerly awaiting the electrifying face-off. Nevertheless, the excitement and anticipation didn’t dissipate with the final delivery. Surprisingly, it took an unexpected turn, triggering a wave of controversies that resonated far beyond the boundaries of the cricket pitch.
Mickey Arthur, the mastermind behind the Pakistan Cricket team, shocked the cricketing community by boldly claiming that the match resembled more of a BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) extravaganza than an ICC (International Cricket Council) tournament. This audacious statement acted as the spark that ignited heated debates and fervent discussions on various social media and news platforms.
Compounding the already simmering tensions, Zaka Ashraf, the head of the PCB (Pakistan Cricket Board), raised formal complaints with the ICC. His grievance primarily revolved around the unexplained delays in visa issuance for Pakistani journalists and passionate fans. This unfortunate delay not only hampered the comprehensive coverage of the match but also left a considerable number of supporters disheartened. In addition to this, Ashraf did not shy away from addressing the instances of fan misconduct during the match, casting a shadow on the overall event.
Danish Kaneria Slammed The PCB For Their Formal Complaint To The ICC
The controversy didn’t conclude with official complaints. Danish Kaneria, a former Pakistani cricketing stalwart, took to social media to vent his dissatisfaction. He raised thought-provoking questions regarding the comments made by Pakistani journalist Zainab Abbas, Mickey Arthur, and cricketer Rizwan, concerning India and Hinduism. Kaneria’s candid critique breathed new life into the ongoing debates, as it set ablaze fresh conversations across various social media platforms.
Simultaneously, the news agency PTI (Press Trust of India) reported Zaka Ashraf’s return to Pakistan. Ashraf is currently immersed in a series of high-level meetings with senior board officials to discuss his visit to India. The report also underlined Ashraf’s unease with specific incidents that transpired during his visit to Ahmedabad, India.
These incidents have raised eyebrows and injected a sense of unease into the cricketing world, bringing to the forefront underlying tensions between the two cricketing giants. As we continue to dissect these unfolding developments, it’s imperative to acknowledge the significant impact of these controversies on the broader cricketing fraternity.
Who asked Pakistani journalist Zainab Abbas to comment against India and Hindus?
Who asked Mickey Arthur to call ICC event as BCCI event?
Who asked Rizwan to perform Namaz in playground?
Don’t find faults in others! https://t.co/zpK7F7zjB7
— Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) October 17, 2023
