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DHAKA: Bangladesh are unlikely to tour Pakistan next month due to security concerns, despite making a commitment to do so at an International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting in October.
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Zaka Ashraf said on Dec. 21 the BCB had confirmed a visit in January, which would have made Bangladesh the first international side to tour Pakistan since armed militants attacked the Sri Lanka team bus in Lahore in 2009.
Eight Pakistanis were killed and six Sri Lanka players were wounded when gunmen fired on their coach as they were being driven to a stadium in Lahore.
“We have made a commitment to travel to Pakistan. But still there are some concerns,” said Bangladesh Cricket Board President Nazmul Hasan at news conference on Monday.
“We have noticed the security situation in Pakistan has not improved significantly, rather deteriorated. In this circumstance, we think it will not be very wise to tour.
“We have conveyed our decision to Pakistan already. We are observing the situation. If the situation improves we will keep our commitment.”
Nazmul added that it was a very difficult decision for them to make.
“We have made a commitment to travel to Pakistan. It was even in the minutes of an ICC meeting that we will go even if it does not provide the match officials,” he said. “So it was almost mandatory for us. But we believe that the security of players and officials are the most important thing.”
Bangladesh had agreed to send a team to Pakistan in April this year to play a Twenty20 match and one-day international in Lahore.
However, the Dhaka High Court issued a restraining order stopping Bangladesh from playing in Pakistan due to security concerns.
The BCB president added that they were ready to face possible repercussions from Pakistan, who are determined to bring international cricket back to the country.
“We are aware that Pakistan will not be happy with our decision. They might not send players in our domestic cricket, may not cooperate us in many other fields and we have to accept it,” he said.
Afzalur Rahman Sinha, a BCB member and chairman of Bangladesh Premier League governing council chairman, said the Twenty20 tournament would go ahead even if Pakistan does not allow its players to take part.
More than 50 Pakistani players were auctioned for the second edition of the league earlier this month, but media reports suggested Pakistan would not allow its players to take part unless Bangladesh decided to tour.
“We believe no one is indispensable. The tournament will go ahead if even if Pakistani players don't come,” he said.
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Jan 02, 2013 06:54am
no never, who cares for Bangladesh
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Jan 01, 2013 11:01pm
You apne chad par tatti karney wale, keep your trap shut.
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Jan 01, 2013 11:59pm
We (Bangladesh) got Country status because of Pakistan as well, thank you. And now Baluchistan is in the ques, waiting for both test and country status, and it seems there waiting is almost over, Please Pakistan make the process quicker as you did for Bangladesh, if you need help India, USA, Israel is ready and eagerly waiting in the Dark.
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Jan 02, 2013 07:54am
Tamil war: 26 years, Vietnam war: 20 years. Yes, maybe by the time Pakistan becomes peaceful, Bangladesh will have progressed up the rankings. How about a bet - war ends before Bangladesh becomes higher ranked than Pakistan?
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Jan 01, 2013 10:58pm
I think you are crazy!
Javed helali
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Jan 02, 2013 07:49am
Ok, whom do you have in mind?
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Jan 01, 2013 01:55am
This is third time BCB say yes and than say no. Please confirm with your board and than wrote, or may be you need to take your words back....pg
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Jan 01, 2013 10:40pm
Government is reckless to the most evil dishonesty in the Prosecution
Jan 1, 2013 : www.bd.inn.com. Tobi Cadman, an expert on the international laws of war crimes as well as Bangladesh war crimes tribunal (ICT), who is working as the advisor to the accused leaders of the Bangladesh Jamate Islami draws the attention of International community including the UN Human Rights council to resolve the issues maintaining logic and justice by mentioning that Gov. is flagrantly interfering into the prosecution. He said that it became essential to issue an emergency statement from the UN Human Rights Office by expressing their concern about the evolved situation of the trial. Yesterday, on Saturday evening, he called for such statement to the international community at a crowded press conference in a restaurant of Jackson Heights of New York. During the exchange of views conference, organized on behalf of the coalition of Bangladeshi American Association, prominent human rights leader Mahtab Ahmed presented the introductory speech. Tobi Cadman said that it
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Jan 01, 2013 04:10am
As a Hindu, I like Pakistan and I like Bangalesh too, how about that? Is there something wrong with me or with you ?
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Jan 02, 2013 08:28am
Dude u posted a Article in comments section.
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Jan 01, 2013 03:09pm
Good decision.
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Jan 02, 2013 07:04am
Then India and Pakistan will both have the Same fate, as in former Hindu fundamentalist are ruling and in later Muslim fundamentalist are tryin to rule.
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Jan 02, 2013 06:59am
Even PCB knew Bangladesh was coming...did the Gov increase the security in the country???
Question your self before blaming others.
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Jan 02, 2013 05:12am
This what I was assure of. Thanks havens we do not share a border with them otherwise history speaks itself about their conduct.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:11pm
Well if your minister were not killed, if there were no shooting+killing of police men, i.e. if there were no war like situation in Pakistan then BCB might have some ground to defend. But now that there was no improvement in the security situation (actually worsen) and all the cricket fan in Bangladesh protesting against the tour, if BCB would send the team by going against all these warnings and if 'not a boom' - 'not a bullet' but just a single stone were thrown to any BD cricket person then the whole Bangladesh would go furious, not only against BCB but also against the Govt. (which is already under too much pressure). Isn't it too much risk for BCB/Govt. to take?
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Jan 02, 2013 03:42am
@ muzammil ullah khan: when your solders were mass rapes our daughters, sisters, as well killed over 30 hundred thousand peoples thought most of them were Muslim, where was your Muslim brother Hood at that times??? Now Just BD refused to visit PK since your internal security system not enough good & you are screaming?????
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Jan 02, 2013 04:27am
It is not justified decision by BCC and this is influenced by the government machinery of Bangladesh. In my personal opinion PCB should stop requesting Bangladesh for the visit if they dont want to come then let them enjoy i n their own country we are also not keen to keep begging them. PCB should have strong stance on Pakistani players for not taking part in Bangladesh League, PCB should not permit any player form Pakistan to visit Bangladesh.
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Jan 02, 2013 06:49am
Yes its direct kill what you are good at.
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Jan 02, 2013 03:38pm
You cannot blame the Bangladeshis, have you seen what is happening in Pakistan, where is the law and order in the country?
Unless you guys fix your law and order situation and have your Saudi supported hoodlums under wraps, you don't deserve to have first class cricket in Pakistan.
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Jan 02, 2013 06:39am
Sorry to say Mr.Zeeshan,but it would be much better if you improve the Security first then think of fitting reply.....its very easy to say that we suffer from terrorism after an attack.
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Jan 02, 2013 06:39am
Nayyar51, so what is BCB's true colour? and what is the real reason of cancelling the tour? you wrote a long comment without telling your story of truth.
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Jan 02, 2013 05:18am
thanks for a brave & true writing
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Jan 02, 2013 03:39pm
In India Hindu fundamentalists are NOT ruling as you can see /read yourself by reading Indian newspaper / article but in Pakistan no other religion are allowed to practice and killed every day is proof that Pakistan is ruled by Islamist fundamentalists including the government. All minorities in Pakistan are suffering badly including Hindu, Sikhs, Christians etc. where as in India every one enjoys the same rights, Muslims have more rights than Hindu in India.
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Jan 02, 2013 12:41am
At the moment GDP of Bangladesh is more than the GDP of Pakistan, And now a days Smelly Fishes are much more expensive and respected worldwide than Perfumed Taleban.
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Jan 01, 2013 11:18pm
I keep on hearing so called good boy Pakistan helped weak boy Bangladesh to get test status and now many Pakistanis are shaming them for not coming to Pakistan.
Pakistan is not safe place yet;full stop. First stop your daily "patakas of bombs" that enlightens daily Pakistani news headlines of killings and blood sheds.
So what do you expect ?, Bangaldeshies to risk their lives instead for your favor. No way !
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Jan 01, 2013 07:27am
you (Bangladesh) got test status due to Pakistan, shame on you.
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Jan 02, 2013 07:35am
Yes, thank heavens that the border is shared with Afghanistan.
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Jan 02, 2013 03:31am
correct comments, you should develop your security system then offer/invite us.....
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Jan 01, 2013 06:52am
Come on. Only certain rebel dominated villages of Syria are unsafe. True, Syria is in the middle of a rebellion, but most of the nation is ok. Can we say that about your beloved nation?
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Jan 02, 2013 03:38pm
really sir..i think that s what your text books tell you. India and pak are poles apart..in political and social mindset of people and its by grace of god that india doesnt have the pak baggage no more. While india develops in every way..pak has only regressed. You do the math. It will always be secular, modern and forward looking nations that will stand the test of time. India may not be totally there but is definately moving in that direction. It has its basics right!!.
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Jan 01, 2013 06:52am
Exactly..u r absolutely rit!
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Jan 01, 2013 09:56pm
I disagree. Exposure of Pakistani youngsters with national players in Quaide Azam trophy is much better for Pakistan's cricket, than the individual financial benefit of a player by playing in BPL. ( That too is in doubt as last time not all were completely compensated).
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Jan 01, 2013 09:51pm
I think, I as a Pakistani is more excited to see Pakistani Players in Quaid e Azam trophy, as it is one of the most prestigious trophy in Pakistan domestic cricket. And there are still many qualitative talented young Pakistanis that we get to see in action, whom otherwise we don't.
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Jan 01, 2013 09:47pm
Aqil! with all due respect. Answer me why than BCB have offered to visit twice, when Pakistan is such an insecure state for them.
And please don't tell me that they were trying to help Pakistan and hoping things might get better. It just doesnt fly with most of us Pakistanis any more.
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Jan 01, 2013 09:45pm
I think problem is with you Raj, You have a disease called "Normal", It is very painful.
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Jan 01, 2013 09:44pm
Are you suggesting we freeze life untill things get better. What do you think this tour need was all about.
In all honesty, I think BCB is playing politics. They have backed out twice, after making plans to visit, when condition in Pakistan are the same( worse has not gotten any worse).
I agree with Zaka Ashraf response to BCB.
I had all respects for BD team as you do for us, but BCB indeciciveness is only making Pakistan look worse.
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Jan 01, 2013 04:14am
We can not force anybody play and should not be critical.
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Jan 01, 2013 06:55am
Maybe not so hilarious. If sustained peace and commerce measures of the past 4 months and non-interference by the establishment continues, we may see such a day yet.
But it will take a single attack somewhere in India to end all this new-found bonhomie.
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Jan 01, 2013 06:56am
Is Pakistan ready to provide high level security to BD team or any team? If BD team is attack by Terrorists, forget about Cricket in Pakistan for about 50 to 100 years. PCB and Pak government should be patient. Pakistani team is doing great winning all matches aboard so no need to hurry. Pakistan is still not safe place for anyone.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:01am
Its not only Pakistan where head of states go down....Bangladesh is also in the same list....
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Jan 01, 2013 02:04am
cool man
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Jan 01, 2013 06:57am
Your statement "dont forget this has not happened in last 3-4 months." is the most blatant lie in the history of mankind. Just read last 1 week's news. Are you in complete denial of all these bomb blasts. This is like you are denying your own existence. This is from last 48 hours headline:
21 missing Pakistani policemen found shot dead by Taliban
19 pilgrims in Pakistan killed in blast
It seems like human lives are very cheap for you.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:31am
A very good decision indeed, Pakistan is the most dangerous place in the world, who will provide guarantee for the security of Bangladeshi players, very wise decision
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Jan 02, 2013 03:40pm
Wrong. I dont think there is any way indian teams are visiting anytime soon. Pak has a genuine security issue and has gotten worse and not improved. You can forget about anyone visiting pak for a very long time..wether its to invest, to play or just a tourist. No one is coming.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:59am
Come on BCB Tell the Truth
It's very strange that BCB has declined to send its cricket team to Pakistan, despite its written commitment, noted in the minutes of the ICC and ICC is watching this TAMASHA from side lines.
BCB management must know that security concerns are everywhere in this world. Recently, West Indian cricket team's bus was pelted with stones in BD, after the BD team lost the match against WI team, with a huge margin.
BCB management, should also know that many international events of different sports have been held peacefully in Pakistan, in the recent past.
Moreover, the BCB should also be in the notice that in the last few days, Pakistani and Indian Hockey Federations have signed an agreement of reciprocal hockey series, to be played for five years; wherein, the series will commence with the Indian Hockey team's visit to Pakistan, in March 2013.
So, it will be better for the BCB to show its true colours; and tell the world the real reasons for not going to Pakistan; and not hide behind the pseudo mantra of security concern, which was personally checked by the BD security officials and openly declared, that Pakistani security plan for the BD cricketers, was absolutely perfect and satisfactory.
Here ICC must tell BCB that it has no right to play politics and unnecessarily malign Pakistan, on a non existent security issue.
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Jan 01, 2013 09:18am
Better example would be Afghanistan
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Jan 01, 2013 04:00am
and i hope only genuine pakistani cricket lovers come. not the terrorists.....
I doubt if indian government risks it.
Why don't PCB try neighboring China. Build few stadiums there and host cricket matches. China is pakistan's "all weather" friends. so new issues for pakistani fans to go there. Pakistani players can permanently settle there.
PCB, Start searching place for HQ.
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Jan 01, 2013 09:11am
Who want to watch BD team play cricket? We all know the definite outcome in advance.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:39pm
Headlines of DAWN in last few days....
Seven killed as gunmen ambush NGO van near Swabi
Latest violence claims four lives in Karachi
21kidnapped levies found shot dead
Blast in karachi bus,6 killed
4 policeman shot dead in quetta
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Jan 01, 2013 08:53am
Good riddance.
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Jan 01, 2013 08:51am
We have never served a glass of acid to a foreign sportsman.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:35pm
It is definitely a hilarious suggestion but a good one. I don't think Pakistan would agree to it in a hurry, but they should seriously think about it. However, the suggestion has to come from India as hosts, as Pakistan would be embarrassed to ask, in case the request is spurned. Egos and pride etc...
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Jan 01, 2013 08:09am
PCB should make the thankless BCB suffer, in whichever way it can. The selfish board who got test status and recognised BPL because of us has shown its true worth.
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Jan 01, 2013 05:23am
Bravo! Well bowled, Sir. You 'googlied' all the batsmen with your comment. Superb. Salams and a Happy New Year 2013.
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Jan 01, 2013 02:41am
Where there is no security of life in the mosque,and then how the players are safe in the field ?
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Jan 01, 2013 06:10am
dont talk rubbish. if pakistan players are not in IPL then tell us whether pakistan will cancel the indian tour?.... it is upto your country to make necessary security arrangements for the tour, if there is no adequate measures not only bangladesh even associate nations will be boycotting your country.
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Jan 01, 2013 01:43am
Very good idea....but better if we wait till the final result of the series and see how much support Pakistan get if they won the second ODI.
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Jan 01, 2013 01:39am
Hey pls somebody hire this 'observer' as PCB chief..............lol.....
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Jan 01, 2013 01:27am
Than just like all other boards please say 'Are u kidding us' .....and stop kidding with yes/no game.
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Jan 01, 2013 01:29am
Yes thats the point. Just say no for once and all.....and by the way Pakistanis dont like one sided matches.......
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Jan 01, 2013 01:25am
Than the players should address this, just like Australia and England? Why BCB is playing yes/no game?
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Jan 01, 2013 01:22am
Mr G.A show some courage to put your name properly before comparing Pakistan with Syria. If Bangladesh dont want to play thats Okay but making these silly comparasions is unjust. Just refresh your memory for the country who loose a World Cup match for you people to get Bangladesh Test status. Time never remains the same, true friends are those who stand in tuff time not wait for good time for help. Peace.
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Jan 01, 2013 12:44am
I am amazed why PCB is so focussed over brining in the international cricketers and putting their lives in danger. It would be good for all that PCB may advise the Pakistani government to conduct an impartial inquiry to trace the real culprts involved in attacking Sri Lankan cricketers, Which big power was involved in its planning, supplying in immonitions and so on. When we will show the world that we can trace our enemies, other countries would trust us and send their people to Pakistan. Whhile in current situation when our law enforcing agencies are clueless or involved in internal feuds it is used to ask such favours from other countries.
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Jan 01, 2013 12:33am
Pakistan is the main gate of Cricket and Hockey sports. Pakistani CB offiial should focus on work to invite gold medal teams to visit not the weakest cricket team to play a few fours or sixes shots in Pakistan. Thanks.
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Jan 01, 2013 12:20am
Pakistan should play India more often, to have the passion back in cricket. Until the current situation improves, do not invite any one..
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Dec 31, 2012 11:54pm
Still better than selling national interests in cricket for money. Cricket is a game for gentlemen, anyone?
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Dec 31, 2012 04:17pm
I think Pakistan should make India their home country rather Abu Dhabi or UAE which cost more to PCB. During recent Paki tour to India they are getting more support and Indian are more sympathetic towards Pakistan. Paki players will get more support against any foreign team. Even Pakistan people can come to India and see their players playing against foreign teams. PCB should think seriously about it and it is also cost effective.
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Dec 31, 2012 11:49pm
Sure, go ahead and send out your invitation. It is not like Sri Lanka or England have a problem coming to Pakistan. Oh wait...
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Dec 31, 2012 11:40pm
I do not understand why PAKISTANI players even think of going and playing in their so called bengali league which has no rating in the civilized world
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Dec 31, 2012 11:32pm
I agree with the first part - ordinary people ought to play an active role to bring about the change that they want. But how is it going to be implemented in the current situation? People do not dare to report suspicious activities for fear of repercussions by the mighty insurgents or even the government. It will take greater incentive to get the ordinary populace involved.
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Jan 01, 2013 03:36pm
Very true... Fully agree.....
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Jan 01, 2013 03:37pm
Childish ...... Immature.....
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Dec 31, 2012 03:44pm
Security concerns.......agreed. But what was your Tom and Jerry board thining when they agreed to tour at first place, not once but twice, things were no different at those times. These clowns at the BCB keep playing the same jokes that's what irks every body. The reality is that no one really cares about this team and we very likely would have witnessed empty stadiums. Time for PCB to stop begging and move on.
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Dec 31, 2012 03:26pm
Lets be practical here, the horror news comes out of Pakistan on almost daily basis is enough for any one even not to visit Pakistan.
Pakistanese are immune to these news for them its just another day but for the rest of the world its a big no no.
I seriously question the mindset of government and PCB when they show so much desperation to invite below average teams.
Just this weeks suicides attacks and bomb blast in the country is enough to prove the outside world point of view. On top our "innocence' government sending invitation to other teams and I am sure they are like 'are u kidding us'.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:07pm
Has PCB ever thought of starting PPL?
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Dec 31, 2012 02:06pm
Well said!!!
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Dec 31, 2012 11:06am
Bangladesh says Pakistanis are NOT indispensible!!!!!!!! DO YOU HEAR THAT???????
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Dec 31, 2012 11:26am
invite a team having reputation....don't lose weight of your country
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Dec 31, 2012 03:32pm
Bangladesh cancel pakistan tour - LOL LOL
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Dec 31, 2012 11:31am
I don't think situation was much different when BCB committed to the tour. They got PCB support in ICC election, they got Pakistani players for BPL, they got accolades from Pakistani media and then they chose to make fool of PCB. It can't get worse. Can BCB let us know what made them make the tour decision initially? What was different that time?
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Dec 31, 2012 02:49pm
I had predicted in my comments earlier that as long as Hasina Wajid is in power there will be no visit of Bangladesh team to Pakistan . We were fools to believe in Bangladesh promise . DO NOT EXPECT ANY THING GOOD FROM BANGLADESH . They have always betrayed us and will continue to do so . Why cant we forget the concept of Muslim Ummah and get on with our lives as Pakistanis . We have always been good muslims and we dont have to prove any thing to any body .
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Jan 01, 2013 04:48pm
bomb blast in karachi. and many more blast.....do u stll think about Bangladesh should visit...?
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Dec 31, 2012 05:39pm
Given the attitude of several Pakistani fans, it is wise decision. You people discredit other's achievements by bringing in outlandish theories whenever your team looses.
Why the Bangladeshis should risk their lives for sake of your entertainment and 'ghairat' ? Cricket is not bigger than human lives.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:06pm
brilliant comments. hats off to you.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:04pm
Seek exposure elsewhere not in BD.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:05pm
Dream on mate, you will only see Indian cricketers play cricket in Pakistan in your dreams. Have you Pakistanis ever asked your government why Pakistan as a nation is sold to Taliban?
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Dec 31, 2012 04:01pm
Security is concern of Govt. plus ordinary people. If all of us take a pledge to report any unwanted and suspicious activities, things will change.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:41pm
Furukh,
You are a dreamer. Wake up my friend our country is in turmoil. Who cares If I am Sunni or Shia. Look around you and see how many people are open minded. Again every person need to keep their riligion to their self, We all have to go under 6 feet one day. Whatever I am doing it is between me and my Allah Mian.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:39pm
I don't blame BCB on this decision. Even Pakistanis living abroad do not feel safe to visit Pakistan these days because of the security situation there. Pakistan should improve their security situation first before asking foreign cricket teams to visit Pakistan. Their own citizens, policemen, security personnel and everybody else in Pakistan are not safe then how can they guarantee to keep the foreign teams safe in Pakistan? Get your house in order first and then invite foreign teams. And please do not stop Pakistani players to play in the Bangladeshi league. It is our players' bread and butter. They are already not allowed to play in India. Please do not take this opportunity from them.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:23pm
I don't agree with every thing you wrote Mr.Farukh. Who wants to tour a country, where no one is secure any more. When you couldn't even save your's to become head of the state(Benezir), or to save the most friendly cricketers(Sri Lankans), how you will be saved from these good for nothing fanatics. No, I don't blame Bangladesh for not touring Pakistaan. What they did wrong was to make a promise, they couldn't keep. You are living in a fairy tale, and asking people to do the same. Come on Wake Up. Aqil Siddiqi (Canada)
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Dec 31, 2012 01:40pm
Why can't we play outside if the other counties are not willing to come here? And i suppose Bangladesh is not worth a country to look for if we really want our team and our players to contest against a quality side.
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Dec 31, 2012 02:42pm
I am from Bangladesh. I believe it was a wise decision by BCB. Just two days ago 20 police man were shot dead in Pakistan. If security officials are not secured how do you expect international players would be secured. I would expect Pakistanis to be more rational in their thinking rather than being emotional. Maybe use your emotion to improve your security situation. Once your country is secured everyone would want to play in your country. Don't visit Bangladesh. We don't want any pakistanis to visit our country. BPL don't need any Pakistani players; who knows they might spoil our internal security in Bangladesh.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:24pm
{lay the series in UAE...same ...enough TV Broadcasting income.
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Dec 31, 2012 01:43pm
Yes, that's true. Despite India and Pakistan can not see eye to eye on a lot of issues , but still they are grown up states. Bangladesh needs to grow up and show some maturity. I think they are still struggling with their post liberation syndrome. God may help them to come back to their senses .
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Jan 01, 2013 06:51pm
Sorry pak friend, you improving situation of pakistan security then ply any country........... from bangladesh
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Dec 31, 2012 04:03pm
Its all Indian influence, their society is more alligned with Hindu culture and BCB, like other boards, can't survive without taking Indian dictation. What BCB are today is because of Pakistan's behind the door support and efforts. I think its about the time that Pakistan reciprocate and refuse to tour in response. After all, there is life after cricket.
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Dec 31, 2012 11:50am
I wish PCB would be great enough to give its players permission to play in the BPL and show the World that PCB does not believe in tit for tat for the sake of the cricketers and their fans.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:46am
A few weeks ago, when I read that Bangladesh has agreed to tour Pakistan, my comment was "Again". Now Reading their refusal my comment is "Again".
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Dec 31, 2012 03:11pm
Remember the same in your good days !
And there is one more saying dear "as you sow so shall you reap" ever heard of that ? its more apt on Pakistan's current situation !!
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Dec 31, 2012 12:16pm
its a good decision.and pakistan should not mind it.and pcb should allow pakistani players to play bpl and it will provide exposure and experience to our pakistani players,already ipl doors are closed for pakistani players
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Dec 31, 2012 04:00pm
Their decision is correct. Pakistan`s law and order situation is horribly bad, the militants can attack at any time anywhere.They cannot take chances specially after the Sri Lankan fiasco.
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Dec 31, 2012 08:26pm
That is the most hilarious suggestion in a while. India as 'home' country for Pakistan games.
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Dec 31, 2012 03:37pm
Forget about Bangladesh.....If we have guts! , otherwise bow your head and accept this bitter truth that we are the biggest loosers. We haven't achieved much since independence but only loosing, and now also have lost our favourite sports. How can we blame anyone else, actually all of our leaders, whether Army or civilians are the culprits, their vision, their mindset and their decisions.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:50pm
PCB chief needs to be fired. He has not done one good thing in his tenure. Why give consessions to Bangladesh (or any country for that matter) in ICC election? If PCB chief tried to make a deal with Bangladesh cricket board for Pakistani tour, he made a mistake. This is not how international sports is run. Quit. (I have nothing against Bangladesh decision. It is actually a risk to tour Pakistan for cricket. Not such a grave risk but somewhat of a risk.)
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Dec 31, 2012 01:22pm
Who cares if Bangladeshi teams plays in Pakistan or not. Their game of cricket speaks for itself. Their cricket is down to the level where they would be thrown out of any international cricket. Bangladesh does not understand it , its their problem.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:57pm
I have to agree with Aqil, Hamid and others who think its a sensible decision on BCB part. Security is a big concern for every Pakistani citizen, let alone a visiting team.
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Dec 31, 2012 01:24pm
The liars !
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Dec 31, 2012 07:48pm
I am a Pakistani and agree with BCB. Pakistan needs to put its house in order and tours will follow without begging (as before). We are ruled by most inept, corrupt bunch of people called PPP. Revenge on every Pakistani !!!
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Dec 31, 2012 09:06am
Please invite Indian team. They will be ready to play in Pakistan.
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Dec 31, 2012 01:32pm
A third class team .A team who starts crying when they are defeated. Cricket is not the game of babies. Grow up Bangladesh.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:59pm
I have to agree with BCB not wanting to play in Pakistan, there security concern are valid as Pakistan governament has failed to provide security for its people.
Any one thinking of going to Pakistan is concerned with the security situation.
Concerned Pakistani......
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Dec 31, 2012 09:32pm
Good morning . seems like you just picked up the news and decided to have an opinion on that.
I suggest you pick up the history of BD board and give your opinion on, there indecisiveness. If security was the concern, they should have never agreed on the first place.
It is my friend called the politics of cricket, and you would understand it better if you follow it more closely.
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Dec 31, 2012 04:59pm
Not such a big setback. We are not ready to host a team, giving security concerns.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:23am
banglas r faithfull i do,nt know when we will understand it.
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Jan 01, 2013 03:16pm
Not really.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:16am
a country which has a track record that in every news you her about bombing taking place in bus masjid even school...how come a team from an alien country come and play..this is a big setback for pakistani cricket
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Dec 31, 2012 05:03pm
The security concern in Pakistan didnt pop up overnight. Why did BCB made a commitment in the first place?
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Dec 31, 2012 09:15am
Hell to Bangladesh cricket board for playing Tom & Jerry & hell to PCB for begging
an inward cricket tour at all cost. PCB chief is responsible for the insult it is bringing
to Pakistan by begging for a tour. SHAME
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Dec 31, 2012 02:31pm
friends dont take it wrong ................. i live in uk & i have got some pakistani friends they almost finish their study from uk but they dont want to back pakistan again concern of security reason. my question is to you why you people blame Bangladesh ??? if you people love you & your country you should make better environment for all. your country media & other media introduce pakistan as a security less country. i have not visit pakistan but im sceard about pakistan. as a muslim i like pakistan & pakistani people.
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Dec 31, 2012 12:13pm
I dont understand how can Pakistan expect other teams to visit where security is a grave cocern. Pakistan governement has miserably failed to provide security to people of Pakistan, You cant even move around without risking your life. Even going to mosques or school is not safe. I dont think anybody should visit Pakistan. You want to play cricket but not at risk of your life.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:11am
No probs... wat do i have to do with the mashed potato when am enjoying a steak ;).... Pak India series is going good :P:P
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Dec 31, 2012 09:11am
Serves the Desperate PCB right for their low esteem begging from a 3rd class cricket team!
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Dec 31, 2012 09:06am
Bangladesh again breached...
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Dec 31, 2012 09:06am
I hope Pakistanis don't complain (whine) about it now. Honestly, how can you expect to host international events when bombs go off everyday. It may have been stable for a short while but the monsters are back to work, again. Lets be rational and not emotional and see what's been happening and the overall situation which is not at all conducive to hosting international events.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:06am
In my opinion it's a wise decision.
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Dec 31, 2012 08:45pm
If Bangladesh knew that they were not going to keep its commitment, then don't commit in the first place. This was just done to get the post of ICC. Hypocrites! Pakistan should not trust them anymore, Period
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Dec 31, 2012 12:17pm
ye sb b kar hai
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Dec 31, 2012 09:22pm
This is a very expected announcement. Pick up the history and read. whenever pakistan is on a tour, and have good performance, such news are systematically delivered to mess up with the players psyche.
what will follow will be back and forth relook of this decision by BD.
BDCB is no less corrupt than PCB or the Indian board.
wait and see.
BD team probably waiting for Irfan and Junaid to retire, before they feel safe.
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Jan 01, 2013 10:44am
only solution for improving situation of pakistan in all sectors is be secular..in future, only secular nations will survive...
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Jan 01, 2013 10:38am
wrong with him...what you know...the religious fundamentalism...see his comments...jsu because Muslim lives in Pakistan he loves them...oh...brother...do u know who is your ancestors?
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Jan 01, 2013 09:37am
In todays time, where money is a scarce commodity, i do not know why pakistan is hell bent on inviting banagalis. In reality, the cost of the entire security apparatus that pakistan hires for these 12 smelly fishes is the total of Bangali GDP, so please Asraf, lets have a walk in the park and I'm sure we'll find many better things to do with these monies
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Dec 31, 2012 06:15pm
Lets be practical here, the horror news comes out of Pakistan on almost daily basis is enough for any one not to visit Pakistan.
Pakistanis are immune to these news for them its just another day but for the rest of the world its a big no no.
Just this weeks suicides attacks and bomb blast in the country is enough to prove the outside world point of view. On top PCB sending invitation to other teams and I am sure they are like
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Dec 31, 2012 12:39pm
Let's not forget not every society is a crime-free society. I know bombings do take place in Pakistan. But when we assure you the security means we are better to take care of it. We, Pakistanis, granted them the presidential escort throughout the series (which they don't even deserve), but just for the sake to restore cricket in our home grounds we had to. We refused to take the bounty of ICC vice chairmanship and gifted it to Kamal Of Bangladesh as a good gesture and in return kamal promised Bangla will play but their supreme court played a double-game that time.
We won't protest or say a single word to Bangladesh for their double-policy (agreeing at one hand and denying on the second day of it). Instead, we will act maturely to re-instate that, our players don't have time to come and play your BPL.
Alhumdulillah, we have a bright future in both the cricket and country awaiting. My Pakistani Brothers and sisters not to worry about anything happening around. Bad days do not stay for long and neither do good days. JazakAllah!
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Dec 31, 2012 09:30pm
Come on, don't exaggerate. Comparing the situation in Pakistan with the present Syria is way over the top. I do however agree that security climate in Pakistan needs to improve further, and it appears to be improving
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Dec 31, 2012 09:26pm
obsurd example.
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Dec 31, 2012 06:50pm
Why is your title Kuttapakki? You may differ from Pakistan and its views but please use proper words.
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Jan 01, 2013 03:18pm
Yes, a fitting response is required by PCB. That response would be to apologize for belonging to such a despicable society. Somehow, I think, the actual response will be more violence and blaming CIA, Israel, and India!
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Dec 31, 2012 06:23pm
How would PCB react if Syria were to suddenly form a cricket team and invited Pakistan to play there next week? Outside looking in Pakistan looks only marginally better than Syria in terms of law and order. Pakistanis living in Pakistan have become so desensitized to regular bombings that all looks hunky dory to them.
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Jan 01, 2013 01:21pm
This is a Bangladeshi. I like Pakistan and Pakistani people although New Generation of Pakistan didn't even bothered to apologize officially for what they have done in 1971. Anyway.... You do the math and tell us whether we should send our boys or not after seeing your ministers are getting killed by terrorists! You never know, may be US Drones will bomb on stadium and we really don't want that... Good luck with your cleaning mission and hope you'll be able to wipe off your corrupted, power hungry and "lafanga" leaders soon (pointing out Hina Scandal).........
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Jan 01, 2013 11:23am
Very sad. A fitting response is required by PCB.
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Dec 31, 2012 01:11pm
a country which cant even provide the least of securities for its people. how ,how, how could you dare to expect other countries to put their life on the verge of death.? to all pak fans, its not about expressing emotion by abusing other country but realizing the bitter truth. ask yourself ,are you well prepared to invite a team? look around,then you will get the answer. Grow Up people!!!!!
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Dec 31, 2012 01:10pm
Absolutly Agree with Bangla desh decision ... No one want to cut off for cricket ...Cricket is a game. And I also suggest for pakistan to send players to BPL...
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Dec 31, 2012 06:57pm
I am amazed that how many pakistanis are actually supporting Bangladeshi Cricket Board decision.
Yes, we have security issues, yes Sril lankan team was attacked, but dont forget this has not happened in last 3-4 months. BCB knew all about it, and instead of being apologetic they really put the salt on the wounds by saying things like
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Dec 31, 2012 07:27pm
appreciate the thought but no sympathies required.
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Dec 31, 2012 07:28pm
very well said
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Dec 31, 2012 10:02am
I agree with the decision of BCB. Despite claims of victimhood by the PPP government, it is in fact the whole country which is a victim of their ineptness.
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Dec 31, 2012 07:14pm
Brother,I think ,u r taking emotionally.U sud not blame BCB.I think Pakistan would not support if it were Bangladesh.As Bangladeshi, we want the development of Pakistan in every sector but Pakistan is not safe country for any person as they cann't secure their own Minister who was killed few days ago.
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Dec 31, 2012 09:58pm
I think it is better for Bdesh not to come to pakistan, we are not interested in watching then play here. Please dont do any favours to us, we dont beg cricket from you
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Dec 31, 2012 07:17pm
Blame not Bangladeshis! If I were a player, I will think twice before playing in Pakistan, where things are very fluid and dangerous.
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Dec 31, 2012 10:31am
Even bangladesh roars against pakistan........haha.....
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Dec 31, 2012 09:43pm
who wants to play BD, anyway??? they have been in international cricket for more than 10 years and remain at the bottom of rankings.... We should remain patient , peace will come tp pakistan and this situation can not go for-ever... Peace did come in Sri Lanka, Vietnam and other regions of the world..The passion for the game is still very strong and we will remain a force in international cricket, irrespective of the present situation. I do understand other nations dilemma for not visiting pakistan presently.. but hopefully the situation will improve and the cricket crazy nation will see their stars play in pakistan.
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Dec 31, 2012 07:50pm
what if bangladeshi players get attacked by the terrorists again? then pakistan will be banned forever from hosting cricket match,even pak's membership of icc will be at risk. so be patient, and create a congenial environment,then we ,bangladesh,will visit you thats for sure
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Dec 31, 2012 02:17pm
Hahaa. Nice joke!!!
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Jan 03, 2013 01:45pm
Plz dont use word friend it does not complement your actions. And also call back your fellow 3 million Bangalis citizens living in Karachi .
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