KARACHI: New Zealand will tour Pakistan next year to play two Tests and three ODIs, sources confirmed to this correspondent.
According to the sources, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has agreed to play two Tests and three ODIs (ICC Men’s World Cup Super League) in Pakistan next year.
Meanwhile, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has proposed to reschedule New Zealand’s tour to Pakistan which was cancelled at the 11th hour earlier this year. New Zealand had withdrawn from the tour citing security concerns. The tour had three T20Is and as many ODIs.
While talking to the media after meeting businessman Arif Habib, Ramiz said PCB needs the corporate sector’s help for growth.
“I believe we need the corporate sector in cricket for healthy growth. The purpose of meeting businessmen is the same, involving the corporate sector in the game. I have strong plans to make PCB financially strong, we just need assistance and direction to make things fall on the right track,” he said.
According to David White, the chief executive of NZC, the advice he was receiving made it impossible for him to proceed with the tour.
“We feel that this is the only responsible course of action, but we also realize that it will be a blow for the PCB, who have been amazing hosts.”
Heath Mills, the CEO of the New Zealand Cricket Players Association, reiterated Mr. White’s remarks.
“We fully support the decision, having followed this process from the beginning,” he stated.
“The players are safe, in capable hands, and everyone is looking out for their best interests.”
Regarding the specifics of the security threat and the revised plans for the outgoing team, NZC remained silent.
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