karachi: Pakistan’s former flamboyant all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi thinks that Pakistan has always welcomed the Indian cricket team and ready to host them anytime. While talking to media exclusively, Afridi said that Pakistan is ready to welcome India if they come and play Asia Cup 2020 in Pakistan.
“We will welcome India if they come to Pakistan to play the Asia Cup 2020. I think we have always welcomed them in Pakistan. Cricket, in fact, sports is the only way to bridge gaps between countries,” he said.
To a query about Asia up hosting rights, Afridi said that its a decision of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). “I think its a decision of ACC, let’s see what happens. Whoever hosts the event, cricket should continue,” he maintained.
On the other hand, Afridi talked about Misbah-ul-Haq, the head coach-cum-chief selector of Pakistan cricket team. “It’s a huge responsibility on Misbah and I believe he knows it very well. I hope he works for the betterment of Pakistan’s cricket” the former cricketer said. – Agencies
