Pak cricketers disappointed by PCB’s ban on playing Ramazan tournaments
While the PCB has decided to take all these events under its
umbrella, a delay in issuing the NOC has hampered preparation
of organisers while causing uncertainty. Several high-profile
tournaments are arranged in Karachi alone with Ramazan.
However, the PCB, which has ruled out taking any chances after
a gun attack on the Sri Lanka team in March 2009 deprived
Pakistan of top-flight international cricket, is keen on keeping
a close watch on all events.
However, several players have urged the PCB to let them have valuable match practice instead of training alone.
“Playing matches and being on the field is very different than training on your own or in the nets. Matches bring the best out of a player and we need this practice before future tours,” a senior member of the Pakistan squad told.
Several national team players have said that the televised tournaments will also increase their chances of making a strong impression on the selectors and help them make the cut.
“The ODI squad against Australia is yet to be announced so if any player performs outstandingly, he will definitely leave an impact on the selectors,” said another player.
Ramazan T20 tournaments also allow Pakistan internationals to earn substantial amounts of money as they are given match fees and a monthly salary from clubs and departments to play as guest players.
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PCN Staff Editor
