Pakistan cricket team confirms visit to India for ICC World Cup 2023

Pakistan Teams Captain and Virat Kohle

 

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has officially announced that its national cricket team will indeed participate in the ICC World Cup 2023 in India. This decision follows a period of uncertainty when Pakistan had indicated the possibility of withdrawing from the World Cup, prompted by India's announcement that it would not travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023. In a press statement, the Foreign Ministry of Pakistan underlined the importance of keeping sports separate from political considerations.

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The press release stated, "Pakistan has consistently emphasized the segregation of sports from politics. Accordingly, it has resolved to send its Cricket Team to India for its engagement in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023."

The release further highlighted that this decision highlights Pakistan's constructive and responsible stance in contrast to India's unyielding position. It underscores Pakistan's belief that political matters should not hinder the fulfillment of international sports commitments.

Pakistan Teams captain Babar Azam and Indians Teams Captian Rohit Sharma

"Pakistan firmly believes that the status of bilateral relations with India should not obstruct the fulfillment of its international obligations in the realm of sports. This determination reflects Pakistan's constructive and responsible approach, especially when juxtaposed with India's unwavering stance. Notably, India declined to dispatch its Cricket Team to Pakistan for the Asia Cup," the press release elaborated.

Concerned about the security of Pakistan team

The Pakistani foreign ministry also expressed its worry regarding the safety of its cricket team while in India and has communicated these apprehensions to both the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Indian authorities.

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Pakistan, nevertheless, holds significant reservations about the security arrangements for its Cricket Team. We have conveyed these concerns to both the International Cricket Council and the relevant Indian authorities. We anticipate a comprehensive assurance of complete safety and security for the Pakistan Cricket Team throughout its visit to India," stated the Pakistani foreign ministry.

A highly-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in the World Cup is scheduled to take place on 14 October at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.