The India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry is regarded by many as the biggest one in world cricket at the moment. Unfortunately, fans have not witnessed a bilateral series between the two nations since a long time, but the battles between the Men in Blue and Men in Green have entertained fans in the ICC tournaments.
Fans always feel that the PCB is ready to play against India, but the BCCI rejects the idea. Even recently, there were reports claiming that Ramiz Raja pitched an idea to organize an annual Super Series featuring Australia, Pakistan, England and India. However, the idea was not approved.
One report claimed that Australia and England were ready to play that series, but the ICC shot the idea down because it went against the rules. However, the ICC does not have any objection with bilateral matches involving India and Pakistan.
Former Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Tauqir Zia recently revealed that the BCCI has never been against the idea of a series between the Indian cricket team and the Pakistan cricket team, but it is the government to government conversation that needs to be in the favor of both cricketing boards.
Tauqir Zia reveals the real reason behind no bilateral series between India and Pakistan in recent times
In an interview with Cricket Pakistan, Tauqir Zia revealed the reason why there have been no bilateral series between India and Pakistan. Here’s what he had to say regarding the much-talked about question:
“BCCI has never refused to play against us [Pakistan]. The problem lies on the government-to-government level. Both cricketing boards are currently run by former cricketers who understand the importance of Pakistan-India matches. Sourav Ganguly and Ramiz Raja both want to promote cricket and there is nothing better than seeing a contest between these rivals.”
