PCB expresses concern as fans, journalists yet to receive Indian visas

Shadab Khan takes a selfie with the fans during the ICC T20 World Cup 2022. — AFP The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) expressed serious concerns as the participation of Pakistani fans and journalists in the ICC World Cup 2023 is still unsure because they have not been issued Indian visas yet.The Green Shirts began their World Cup journey on Friday against the Netherlands at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium but they don't have the support of their fans. The PCB released a statement today expressing their worries over the non-issuance of visas."PCB is disappointed to see that Pakistani journalists and fans are facing uncertainty about obtaining an Indian visa to cover Pakistan's opening game in the ICC World Cup," PCB stated in a statement."Pakistani journalists and fans are expressing deep concern and it’s putting us under immense pressure. We understand the significant role that journalists and passionate fans play in enhancing the spirit and atmosphere of sports events."Their presence not only adds vibrancy to the stadium but also contributes to the global coverage and appreciation of the game. Journalists play a crucial role in bringing the excitement of sports to fans worldwide."We have been reminding ICC about their obligations and members' agreement on issuing visas for fans and journalists for the last three years and continue to raise concerns with all relevant authorities."We hope to see their presence soon."Pakistan squad for ICC World Cup 2023Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, M Wasim Jnr, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha.Travelling reserves: Mohammad Haris, Abrar Ahmed, Zaman KhanSchedule of Pakistan’s main round matchesOctober 6 - vs Netherlands in HyderabadOctober 10 - vs Sri Lanka in HyderabadOctober 14 - vs India in AhmedabadOctober 20 - vs Australia in BengaluruOctober 23 - vs Afghanistan in ChennaiOctober 27 - vs South Africa in ChennaiOctober 31 - vs Bangladesh in KolkataNovember 4 - vs New Zealand Bengaluru (Day match)November 11 - vs England in KolkataThe day matches which will start at 10:00am Pakistan Standard Time (PST) while all other matches will be day-night fixtures starting at 01:30pm (PST).If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals, they will play in Kolkata.If India qualify for the semi-finals, they will play in Mumbai unless playing against Pakistan, in which case they will play in Kolkata. Comments Submit مضمون کا ماخذ: اسکریچ کارڈز خریدیں