Bangladesh (was) to play 2 LOIs on April 29/30 in Lahore [PCB/BCB press release]

[ataullah]

http://express.com.pk/epaper/index.aspx?Issue=NP_LHE&Page=Sports_PAGE007&Date=20120414&Pageno=7&View=1

Deal agreed according to Express newspaper. Could be bad sauces!:akhtar

[Atif]

For 2 ODI's only ? well i guess it's a start...

[talha3]

Crowds must come in. Security must be flawless. e.t.c.

If it's going to happen, it has to happen right.

[Bullet Drive]

Translation would be good.

[Legend Killer]

If it happens than the crowds needs to come in for both the matches, it will be embarrassing to have an empty stadium for international crickets return to Pakistan

[hasanmehmoodkhan]

wow great news

[ehjaz]

LOL.........laughing matter for me

[Fawad2010]

I'll wait for confirmation but just in case, brace yourselves, for interviews from Bangalis like, 'we are going in an active war zone'....

[Inswinger]

Still don't see it happening. Part of me doesn't want it to happen. One little incident and Pakistani cricket could be back into wilderness for the next 10 years.

[omairsiddiqui]

Still don't see it happening. Part of me doesn't want it to happen. One little incident and Pakistani cricket could be back into wilderness for the next 10 years.

Really not comfortable with it either.

[Legend Killer]

Still don't see it happening. Part of me doesn't want it to happen. One little incident and Pakistani cricket could be back into wilderness for the next 10 years.

Yeah but if nothing happens(inshaAllah) than it will be a major step towards getting internationals teams back in Pakistan. If BD comes than we need to give them the best security possible and InshaAlllah nothing will go wrong

[Lachrymose]

LOL.........laughing matter for me
Don't laugh. Have some hope for this tour! :amir

[Lachrymose]

I can't believe this! International cricket back in Pakistan?

Well, Allah khair karay.

[saj001]

Don't want it to happen.

[JibranAnsari]

stupidity and Nato supply line is opening.bad timing.

[Romali_rotti]

2 ODIs ??? :96:

[Gabbar Singh]

Good stuff.

[test_fan]

Good. But so much coverage for IPL ?

[Couch Cricketer]

2 ODIs ??? :96:

Its a start and a good confidence building measure expecting teams to do full tours is really unreasonable although instead of 2 ODI should have been a T20 and Odi playing 2 match ODI series is idiotic.

[sully3]

i guess it is a start but the least they could have done was 3 odi's

[sachin__]

I guess the 2nd ODI is being given as a charity because PCB will become laughing stock if they announce that they will host Bangladesh team for a grand total of 1 ODI :))

[wrongun]

For 2 ODI's only ? well i guess it's a start...

I guess two games at only 1 or 2 venues, for only 4-5 days is much easier to secure and control than a long tour where the teams wander all over the country for many weeks.

This is good news, get it right and cricket will begin to return, slowly.

[Statsman]

Good opportunity for Pakistan to show that it can hold international games. Beef up the security as much possible for this and current intl. players will start showing interest in PPL.

Once intl. players start playing PPL, it'd be difficult for them and their boards to say no to intl. cricket/tours to Pakistan for long.

If it works, then a masterstroke i must say from Zaka.

[akamaka]

If its true, all upto security forces then, that the 2 ODIs go by without an incident.

[Cosmic]

Good opportunity for Pakistan to show that it can hold international games. Beef up the security as much possible for this and current intl. players will start showing interest in PPL.

Once intl. players start playing PPL, it'd be difficult for them and their boards to say no to intl. cricket/tours to Pakistan for long.

If it works, then a masterstroke i must say from Zaka.


i don't think so pakistan is not safe place unless and until some good rulers came in like military guy or

these zardarirs pardaris are thug only making money out of local hardworkers....

[Asif321]

looks fake

[ahamedirshad123]

Aren't Bangla bros Sunni Muslims?

[Imy]

Even if it happens who is going to use their hard earn cash to watch this game

[Hando]

If its such a short trip and security is a concern they should have chosen 3 T20's, preparation for the WT20.

[Zeeraq]

It would've been better if the matches were only T20.

[Zamee]

Aren't Bangla bros Sunni Muslims?

So?

[w8in_4_0402]

Aren't Bangla bros Sunni Muslims?

What has that got to do with anything??

[freelance_cricketer]

I would welcome this even if it was for a one off ODI. Good luck to Pakistan, hopefully the two matches will be sold out.

[ahamedirshad123]

So?

What has that got to do with anything??

They will be safe in Pakistan. You can go ahead with the tour.

[Maximas]

They will be safe in Pakistan. You can go ahead with the tour.

ha ha ha, they will be safe anyway I think, as this is very seriously prestigious for Pakistan and btw Siya/Sunni/Kadiyani classification matters nothing for Bangladeshis with Sunni majority. Issue is life security from terrorist threat. I hope this time they will be caught when any attack attempt tried.

This news can be fake, coz no official confirmation yet from BCB.

[Executioner]

good news for pakistan but I dont think there has been any official declaration by any BD newspaper or direclty from the BCB

Id rather have shakib tamim in IPL while the others play FC rather than take the risk of the tour. Its still unsafe and I from the BD perspective am really against this because if something bad happens then it will be bad for both pakistan and bangladesh especially.

Im praying that the tour doesnt happen

[Hando]

good news for pakistan but I dont think there has been any official declaration by any BD newspaper or direclty from the BCB

Id rather have shakib tamim in IPL while the others play FC rather than take the risk of the tour. Its still unsafe and I from the BD perspective am really against this because if something bad happens then it will be bad for both pakistan and bangladesh especially.

Im praying that the tour doesnt happen

Brother In your position I would also not want my team to go, but don't say things like that, pray for best :)

[Typical Stroke]

its a great news

[qamar84]

:14: well done zaka

[90MPH]

I'm not comfortable with it.

I'd still wait another 2 years. Security situation is better now but still I would want the Country more stable.

I think this is just pure speculation anyway - will wait till it is confirmed.

[Watsupdoc]

Not sure if now is the right time, but teams have to come to Pakistan to tour at some point.

[aneeq7]

It should've been 1 ODI & 1 T20!

[aneeq7]

I'm not comfortable with it.

I'd still wait another 2 years. Security situation is better now but still I would want the Country more stable.

I think this is just pure speculation anyway - will wait till it is confirmed.

same here.. :(

[Canistani Hero]

Looks like baseless speculation, if it happens though, I'd like to see Pakistan blood atleast two new fast bowlers.

[Spiderguy252]

And I thought 2 test match series were vexing.

[MenInG]

There is nothing from BCB/PCB officially as of yet.

[shahidafridi123]

Yep 1 ODI and 1 T20 would have been better

[sakss]

2 odis....doesnt make sense ..make em 3 atleast

[Executioner]

this is probably fake news, I dont think BCB have made up their mind about such tour not to mention that no news channel, news paper or any online pages have published such info.

But i wud not like this tour to continue. lets try not to think about the sport or cricket board's or even the board's perspective think about the players and team staff. What is their mindset? Do they ever feel comfortable about going to pakistan when its still unsafe and their are news about bomb blasts and such everyday.

Both boards should consult the bangladesh cricket team and staff before everything. And as far as I know our coach stuart law is against this tour. so i dont see this tour happening and in a neutral perspective it shudnt happen.

pardon me for being pessimist but remember this, im a big fan of BD cric team

[Gabbar Singh]

2 ODIs ??? :96:

I guess the 2nd ODI is being given as a charity because PCB will become laughing stock if they announce that they will host Bangladesh team for a grand total of 1 ODI :))

Come on chaps - laughing at the misfortune of others is a bit crass. Having cricket back in Pakistan is good thing. There must be thousands of fans there who want to see their team play live (but can't afford to go the UAE or other overseas tours).

[JibranAnsari]

The shia thing is exaggerated too much , these incidents happened in one area of pakistan and there are no stadiums in that area. In most areas of pakistan shias and sunnis have no problems with each other.

[SAF]

They would need army protection, not police.

[Runner Up]

Interesting to see where they play if this is true. Karachi or Lahore?

[shahidafridi123]

Interesting to see where they play if this is true. Karachi or Lahore?

1 in Karachi and 1 in Lahore??

[Runner Up]

1 in Karachi and 1 in Lahore??
I hope politicians of PPP and PML (N) show some maturity if the match is played in Lahore. Last time it was tussle going on in between both of them which resulted disaster.

[Sherlock]

If this is true, then what a wasted tour this'll be.

[DRS]

How good can 2 ODIs be? Ahh It's just the start.

[cricpak]

Zaka was supposed to be having a meeting regarding the tour,

This source had come out way before the meeting had started !!

only a real authentic source can be the only way to know whether this is fake news or real.

And if it was real news, then it wouldnt be just on express news, but ARY NEWS, GEO NEWS, AND PTV.

and especially JANG NEWSPAPERS

[MenInG]

So its official now.

2 ODI games on April 29/30th at the Gaddafi stadium

Pls see official joint release by both boards

[shahidafridi123]

Any ideas when they announce the squad? Should see a few youngsters

[shahidafridi123]

Bangladesh have formally confirmed to the PCB that they will tour Pakistan to play one ODI and one Twenty20 International. The ODI will be played on April 29 and the T20I on April 30. Both matches will be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This will be the first international games played in Pakistan between two Full Member nations following the attacks on Sri Lanka team in March 2009.

[Asif321]

Its ONE ODI AND 1 T20 ..........

[MenInG]

Other games of the FTP tour to be played later ( to be agreed by boards and could be in Bangladesh)

[musaarthali]

Breaking: Bangladesh have confirmed that they will tour Pakistan later this month, albeit for only one ODI and T20I, both the be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. It's a beginning, a big one

[IAJ]

The title should be changed. It's not 2 ODIs, but 1 ODI and 1 T20I.

[Canistani Hero]

It's a one ODI and one T20, both in Lahore, it's a start. Congratulations to Zaka Ashraf and company, credit is due, where credit is due. Their commitment towards this is heartwarming. In the future hopefully Karachi and Rawalpindi will be re-exposed to International Cricket.

[straightdrive1]

1 Test & 2 more ODI's would have been better....

[Asif321]

Now .. Will Shakib and Tamim Play for BNG or will they stick to IPL

[shaz619]

I am scared because although pakistan is more stable compared to before it is still dangerous, inshallah the level security is extremely high for the players where-ever they go to the hotels, restaurants etc and when they are travelling to and from the stadium, i just hope they receive heavy heavy security presedential type of level

[Canistani Hero]

I'd be interested to see if Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal leave the IPL to come and play in Pakistan :shah. To see how seriously Bangladesh take this tour.

Pakistan should use this opportunity to blood some youngsters waiting on the fringes of national selection, bring in somebody like a Haris Sohail or Rahat Ali.

[shaz619]

Now .. Will Shakib and Tamim Play for BNG or will they stick to IPL

Most likely play IPL, i feel bangladesh will send their 2nd string eleven team

[MenInG]

It's a one ODI and one T20, both in Lahore, it's a start. Congratulations to Zaka Ashraf and company, credit is due, where credit is due. Their commitment towards this is heartwarming. In the future hopefully Karachi and Rawalpindi will be re-exposed to International Cricket.

Lets hope it passes off without any incident.

Then we can thank PCB as much as we want.

[straightdrive1]

I don't think Shakib & Tamim will play....They will stick to IPL....

I think BCB will send players like Kayes,Shahadat & Nazimuddin who are not that important to BD.....

Youngstas' will get chance...I guess...

[ShehryarK]

Yeah but if nothing happens(inshaAllah) than it will be a major step towards getting internationals teams back in Pakistan.

With respect, I don't think that will be the case. Bangladesh, Afghanistan, even Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe can play cricket in Pakistan to our heart's content - they can all come for successive three Test and five ODIs tours, followed by a mini-minnows-World Cup, and then they could all move to Lahore and set-up came at the NCA - none of that would make an iota of difference to getting proper international cricket back to Pakistan.

None of the 'Big Three' boards that exert significant control at the ICC - namely BCCI, CA and the ECB - would be affected in the slightest by the otherwise joyous sight of TeamMisbah spanking the Banglas to kingdom come. For that matter, even SA and WI wouldn't budge.


International cricket would not return to Pakistan till the situation in the country improves significantly. I know that sucks, but such is life.

Is there any evidence of the said condition improving? Hardly. In fact, if anything, as even a cursory perusal of the news pages should tell us, things keep going from bad to worse. Things will take years to settle - a lot will depend on what happens in the US Elections this fall and in their aftermath, and on what transpires in Pakistan next year, with elections to the Parliament and for the Presidency scheduled, in addition to a key retirement or two. No one knows how all that would unravel - if things go very well and all the various variables fall in place, the security situation could improve as early as two years - if not, who knows.

In the meantime - Why should international teams and players put themselves at needless risk? The Pakistani state cannot provide security to its citizens, or electricity or gas to its home and industries. Staging cricket or hosting foreign teams should be farthest from its priorities in any sane world.

[sachin__]

I think BCB will leave it to players if they want to be on the tour or not

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[Canistani Hero]

I think BCB will leave it to players if they want to be on the tour or not

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Well, they must have a consensus of a minimum of 15 players willing to tour Pakistan, otherwise if they backout at the last minute, it would be a major embarrassment for them. :ahmed

[Runner Up]

This Media release has one grammatical mistake. Find out and win nothing :D

[IgnitedMind]

Good luck to Pakistan. A major plus this if goes by successfully..

Hopefully no incident happens

[Paradox]

Nice! A revenge series for Bangladesh since they will (still) be feeling they deserved to win that Asia Cup. A good series for Pakistan in terms of security testing and to bring in youngsters.

[Imtiazk]

Aren't Bangla bros Sunni Muslims?

Bangladeshis are mostly MUSLIMS !

[5h4hz4d]

Great News!!

One question, who is going to broadcast these two matches in UK? Or am I asking a bit too early? :D

InshAllah, I will take two days off work to see International Cricket being played in Pak after three years. Let's hope the turnout is huge in the stadium :)

[5h4hz4d]

And, also let's hope everthing goes nice and smoothly:)

[Imtiazk]

Will there be neutral match officials as per ICC rules ?

[Imtiazk]

Great News!!

One question, who is going to broadcast these two matches in UK? Or am I asking a bit too early? :D

InshAllah, I will take two days off work to see International Cricket being played in Pak after three years. Let's hope the turnout is huge in the stadium :)

Zeecafe apparently had been advertising for sometime - albeit a longer tour. Makes no difference to me, I am on Virgin !

[bforme]

pray that the tour happens peacefully and makes the way bit easy for PPL ....

[Markhor]

Great news - hope everything goes peacefully and there is a large turnout.

[JibranAnsari]

Hope they cancel it.

[90MPH]

All I hope is there is no incident to report.

Its a start of a very long journey - the country still needs to be more stable for the other major teams to even consider coming. But at least something to work with.

[Executioner]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

[sachin__]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

Calm down mate...just pray that BCB will send only the players who are willing to go

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[Sherlock]

It's stupidity at it's best from the BCB.

I know fans of Pakistan and Pakistani cricket will be joyous but this is not only a bad idea regarding the security but also if you gonna tour Pakistan you might as well play more than just 2 games. Idiotic in both senses.

[Zaz]

Its give and take. PCB have done many favours to the BCB in the past and i guess BCB are repaying the favours now

I just pray the tour passes without incident

[BoomBoomCricket]

finally

[Sherlock]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

Calm down mate. To blame the PCB , whom is only trying to do what some feel is right, is stupid. Blame your own Board 100%.

[sachin__]

Its give and take. PCB have done many favours to the BCB in the past and i guess BCB are repaying the favours now

I just pray the tour passes without incident

Name one life threatening favor PCB did to BCB

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[bluffmasterv2]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

Relax yaar its just Bangladesh :yk

[Runner Up]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan
I understand your frustration. But don't worry things are not as dangerous as they look sitting outside of Pakistan. They have promised presidential level's security which I have seen by myself which means security will be very tight and Pak Govt will not repeat mistakes what they did last time. I know it's hard to believe but trust me everything will be fine. InshaAllah.

[PIE_CHUCKER]

I think this is a bad move by PCB. The country isnt safe.

[Executioner]

Relax yaar its just Bangladesh :yk

are you saying the value of our player's lives are negligible?

[Canistani Hero]

are you saying the value of our player's lives are negligible?

Sad to say this but the kind of response this tour is getting from Bangladesh supporters is disappointing. Pakistan is too dangerous for them? are you kidding me? maybe it's the media's exaggeration that's getting to their heads, it's at a point like this when values of mutual respect and being grateful for what somebody has done for you, come into question. Talk about dampening the mood :sk

[sarmadsl]

ohhh on 29&30 30is my first final paper will not be able to watch odi

[Canistani Hero]

we r beggars? Huh?

You're obviously taking this way of out context and more importantly, to heart. I would advise you to have a bigger heart :afridi and welcome this step, encourage it, and more importantly pray nothing goes wrong :gul

I wish you could see the mixed emotions after Pakistan's Asia Cup win, Pakistan, in cricket atleast, has always looked out for Bangladesh as a younger brother, we pushed for BD to have test status and we wouldn't want any harm to our Bengali Brothers, on a side note, I hope Ashraful gets another chance, since Shakib and Tamim will probably be occupied with the IPL, your future is already safe :ahmed

That's a joke btw, don't take it to heart :sami

[w8in_4_0402]

Go on with best players possible.

[Canistani Hero]

Man, I wish Bangladesh supporters were a wee bit more optimistic about what this tour means. A little more encouraging, that's all. Understandable though, the reaction, time heals everything.

[Sherlock]

Just pray nothing happens rather than sound pessimistic and rather negative.

You guys used to be so friendly and trustworthy. Now it seems whatever Pakistan has done to help the BCB and more importantly Bangladeshi cricket doesn't count.

I do however understand the distrust in the PCB and the security.

But be advised that it's not just Bangladesh players lives in danger it's also Pakistani players for goodness sake.

I reckon the likes of Saqib and Tamim won't be touring because of the IPL.

[HaMmy FinE LeG StriKeR]

Just pray nothing happens rather than sound pessimistic and rather negative.

You guys used to be so friendly and trustworthy. Now it seems whatever Pakistan has done to help the BCB and more importantly Bangladeshi cricket doesn't count.

I do however understand the distrust in the PCB and the security.

But be advised that it's not just Bangladesh players lives in danger it's also Pakistani players for goodness sake.

I reckon the likes of Saqib and Tamim won't be touring because of the IPL.

they are just waiting on the bench to be given a game in IPL :)):))

[Canistani Hero]

they are just waiting on the bench to be given a game in IPL :)):))

Shakib's actually doing pretty well for KKR, lets not be disrespectful, already it's seems like Bangladesh supporters have developed a glowing hate for Pakistan.

[5h4hz4d]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

This 'utterly lame' tour may not mean anything to you but I am sure it does to your Cricket Board, who decided to agree to send BD team to Pak.

Also, no one is forcing you to watch these two matches if they don't interest you, you have the option to opt out. :) As far as your players being used for PCB's selfish reasons are concerned, do I have to remind you of the favors we have done for your Cricket Board over the past decade?

Rest assured, your players will be safe in our country, we not at all as bad as we are portrayed in the media.

[HaMmy FinE LeG StriKeR]

BSF is killing bangladeshis on daily bases, but they are not scared, but coming to pakistan is a very scary deal?

[DRS]

How many ODIs are BD gonna play in Pakistan? and where in Pakistan?

[mawarid]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

While I hope the tour goes ahead without any incident the whole of BD seems paranoid about it. It will be no more dangerous than when your own players buses and houses get stoned after they lose a match which is quite often.

[Canistani Hero]

How many ODIs are BD gonna play in Pakistan? and where in Pakistan?

1 ODI, 1 T20 both in Lahore.

[Runner Up]

I am still not hopeful that this tour will happen. I am expecting a U Turn. Either BD Coach will threat to Boycott or players or their association will stand up against this tour.

I hope I am wrong but something is wrong somewhere.

[oyei]

This series of a ODI and a T20 will not do anything for Pakistan. Team like Asutralia, England, S. Africa, N. Zealand, or even Sri Lanka will still not travel to Pakistan. Australia and England didn't want to play in Pakistan even before the attack on S. Lankan team in Lahore, it is some thing for PCB to pat on their back and get some praise by media, Stadium will be pack, but this series will not bring back International cricket to Pakistan soil anytime soon.

[Statsman]

This series of a ODI and a T20 will not do anything for Pakistan. Team like Asutralia, England, S. Africa, N. Zealand, or even Sri Lanka will still not travel to Pakistan. Australia and England didn't want to play in Pakistan even before the attack on S. Lankan team in Lahore, it is some thing for PCB to pat on their back and get some praise by media, Stadium will be pack, but this series will not bring back International cricket to Pakistan soil anytime soon.

Can encourage current international players to participate in the PPL.

[wrongun]

Good opportunity for Pakistan to show that it can hold international games. Beef up the security as much possible for this and current intl. players will start showing interest in PPL.

Once intl. players start playing PPL, it'd be difficult for them and their boards to say no to intl. cricket/tours to Pakistan for long.

If it works, then a masterstroke i must say from Zaka.

I like your thinking, hope Zaka is really that clever !

[CalculatedRisk]

This Media release has one grammatical mistake. Find out and win nothing :D

-missing full stops at the end of quotes of the two chairmen.
-"formally announces" instead of "formally announce"

:D

[Runner Up]

-missing full stops at the end of quotes of the two chairmen.
-"formally announces" instead of "formally announce"

:D
Well done. You are correct. But you have won nothing though :P

[Go_Bangladesh]

Its give and take. PCB have done many favours to the BCB in the past and i guess BCB are repaying the favours now

I just pray the tour passes without incident

What favor has PCB done for BCB? please wake up!!!

[shan]

Hopefylly Zaka didnt negotiate results of the match, beat the crap out of them and make it 46-1.

[Go_Bangladesh]

Man, I wish Bangladesh supporters were a wee bit more optimistic about what this tour means. A little more encouraging, that's all. Understandable though, the reaction, time heals everything.

Dude, we dont need this series, it will only benefit you at the potential cost of the lives of our players. It would be awesome to play Pakistan as you are a magnificent side and it would benefit us to play you but why would be risk our player's lives for this. Its not like other teams dont want to play us. Other than India every team has to (and will) us in the coming years. By hosting us, you are not doing us any favors. Maybe thats why we are not that optimistic as there is nothing in it for us.

[Runner Up]

And by the way, Pak Govt has assured presidential level security. And also please stop repeating your concerns such as your players security is at stake blah blah.

[MenInG]

Guys - keep politics and 1971 out of this thread. Timepass is the place for it

[DRS]

1 ODI, 1 T20 both in Lahore.

Thanks for the info. Glad it would be played in lahore. Crowd gonna be massive.

[Go_Bangladesh]

And by the way, Pak Govt has assured presidential level security. And also please stop repeating your concerns such as your players security is at stake blah blah.

what? players security is not important? there is no guarantee that the security that is promised will be in place. I remember when we last toured Pakistan for a full series in 2003, our players and staff had travel in economy class. This is how you guys treated us, it was like neglect and disrespect. But that is still ok as its only economy class and our players lives wont be at stake. But what if there is negligence on the security, that will risk our players well being. This is not a dig at Pakistan the team or country, but the really (hopefully temporary) unfortunate situation the country finds itself in.

[MenInG]

what? players security is not important? there is no guarantee that the security that is promised will be in place. I remember when we last toured Pakistan for a full series in 2003, our players and staff had travel in economy class. This is how you guys treated us, it was like neglect and disrespect. But that is still ok as its only economy class and our players lives wont be at stake. But what if there is negligence on the security, that will risk our players well being. This is not a dig at Pakistan the team or country, but the really (hopefully temporary) unfortunate situation the country finds itself in.

Dont understand why Pakistanis are feeling so insulted by what are valid concerns by people from Bangladesh.

This is understandable and a part of me will very tense when BD arrive and play those games.

All I can say to the BD supporters is this - Inshallah all will be OK. Remember its not in Pak govts interest to be seen in a bad light internationally - they will do whats needed to protect their reputation.

[Runner Up]

what? players security is not important? there is no guarantee that the security that is promised will be in place. I remember when we last toured Pakistan for a full series in 2003, our players and staff had travel in economy class. This is how you guys treated us, it was like neglect and disrespect. But that is still ok as its only economy class and our players lives wont be at stake. But what if there is negligence on the security, that will risk our players well being. This is not a dig at Pakistan the team or country, but the really (hopefully temporary) unfortunate situation the country finds itself in.
What kind of security you want for your players?. Do you think PCB & Pakistani official will repeat their mistake who are crying out loud for resumption of Int'l cricket??? As for as economy class, if I am not wrong both teams travel together.

You can however send your suggestions as to how Pakistan can satisfy you guys.

[praveen]

This is absolutely pathetic!!!

Our cricket team is being used as GUNIEA pigs to come over to play and ODI and T20? Whats wrong with our cricket board I dont know. I dont think any of our players are willing to come over to pakistan nor does any of our players. This utterly lame tour is of no worth to us.

At the end of the day our cricketers are facing a huge risk just for 1 T20 and ODI. our players are being used for PCB's selfish reason to bring cricket back to pakistan

Why do you think so? Has any player voiced his opinion so far?

[hasanmehmoodkhan]

good to see it confirmed hope zaka and co don't mess this up and it goes smoothly

[Canistani Hero]

what? players security is not important? there is no guarantee that the security that is promised will be in place. I remember when we last toured Pakistan for a full series in 2003, our players and staff had travel in economy class. This is how you guys treated us, it was like neglect and disrespect. But that is still ok as its only economy class and our players lives wont be at stake. But what if there is negligence on the security, that will risk our players well being. This is not a dig at Pakistan the team or country, but the really (hopefully temporary) unfortunate situation the country finds itself in.

Oh for crying out loud, don't buy into the rubbish the media feeds you, yes, Pakistan is exposed to a moderate threat of terrorism from various sides but in all truth, the situation has been exaggerated to ridiculous proportions by the media, Pakistan is almost as safe as Bangladesh, especially the urban centers like Lahore. Bangladesh isn't expected to play in Waziristan and rest is sure, for a country who has thrown stones at Shakib's house twice, who is arguably the most talented cricketer ever produced by Bangladesh, your concerns regarding his safety and that of other players, where valid, appear to be severely misplaced :zaka

Also, I assure you the PCB has nothing to do with what class, the Bangladesh squad flies in.

[BanglaTiger]

I'm excited for Pakistan. InshAllah this will help you in your quest for bringing cricket back to your country. However, Pak government must be on their toes and make sure that the tour goes smoothly and not turn BD players as sacreficial lambs. Best of luck to Bangladesh and Pakistan.

[Canistani Hero]

I'm excited for Pakistan. InshAllah this will help you in your quest for bringing cricket back to your country. However, Pak government must be on their toes and make sure that the tour goes smoothly and not turn BD players as sacreficial lambs. Best of luck to Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Oh dear lord! What do we have here? Did I finally see a Bangladeshi supporter with a few words of encouragement for this tour?

Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the crowning moment! :dav

Thank you for not questioning our security and making us look like the most uncivil place on earth :10:

[Badsha]

I wanted it to be in Pindi Stadium :(

[shan]

Bangladesh should be worried about security of players back home when they lose 2 matches again in couple of weeks. And people saying situation hasnt improved well it has and by huge margin. Unless PCB arrange matches in swat then there shouldnt be any problem.

[BanglaTiger]

Oh for crying out loud, don't buy into the rubbish the media feeds you, yes, Pakistan is exposed to a moderate threat of terrorism from various sides but in all truth, the situation has been exaggerated to ridiculous proportions by the media, Pakistan is almost as safe as Bangladesh, especially the urban centers like Lahore. Bangladesh isn't expected to play in Waziristan and rest is sure, for a country who has thrown stones at Shakib's house twice, who is arguably the most talented cricketer ever produced by Bangladesh, your concerns regarding his safety and that of other players, where valid, appear to be severely misplaced :zaka

Also, I assure you the PCB has nothing to do with what class, the Bangladesh squad flies in.


I hope nothing but success for Pakistan, but you're being denial. Bangladesh had 0 terrorist attack in 2011, whereas Pakistan had... I lost count. If you want to fix your country, first you must realize that you have a real problem. Being denial will not serve you.

Nobody has pelted stones at Shakib's house. However, there was an unofficial report of someone throwing stones at Shahadat's house after the Asia cup. But, I don't get how you can compare stones with bullets and bombs? I thought only Israelis do that.

[lolpakistan]

what's with mustafa kamal's signature? it's almost a line!

[Executioner]

Why do you think so? Has any player voiced his opinion so far?

how do you think guys like kohli, dhoni feel when going to Pakistan?

[Maximas]

I'll be amazed if anyone other than Australian coach, S Law shows obligation on this tour from Bangladesh. IMO more matches shoud be there.
Lots of anti-Paks are dishearted by this btw. So lets the media troll begins.

[straightdrive1]

I hope nothing but success for Pakistan, but you're being denial. Bangladesh had 0 terrorist attack in 2011, whereas Pakistan had... I lost count. If you want to fix your country, first you must realize that you have a real problem. Being denial will not serve you.

Nobody has pelted stones at Shakib's house. However, there was an unofficial report of someone throwing stones at Shahadat's house after the Asia cup. But, I don't get how you can compare stones with bullets and bombs? I thought only Israelis do that.

Oh really? I wonder who's house got thrashed after BD was bold out for 60 or 70 runs in WC.....

Heres the Answer: http://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-news/37625/shakibs-house-attacked-by-angry-fans/

[Canistani Hero]

how do you think guys like kohli, dhoni feel when going to Pakistan?

They were in Pakistan for the Asia Cup in 2008. One moment of madness and you want the cricketing world to abandon Pakistan forever? It's unfortunate to see Bangladesh, out of all countries develop an attitude like this, well you reap what you sow.

[iHammad]

Well done Zaka Ashraf :14:

[BanglaTiger]

Oh really? I wonder who's house got thrashed after BD was bold out for 60 or 70 runs in WC.....

Heres the Answer: http://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-news/37625/shakibs-house-attacked-by-angry-fans/

I was talking in the context of Asia Cup, not some ancient history.

[praveen]

how do you think guys like kohli, dhoni feel when going to Pakistan?

how would i know?

[Canistani Hero]

how would i know?

Praveen, sir, you are a legend.

Executioner, my friend, you don't just buy into everything the media feeds you and assume nobody would be willing to make the tour, after all, I'm sure Mustafa Kemal had a consensus of atleast 15 players, who are willing and able to tour because nobody can be forced, they'd just retire and if nobody shows up, it would be embarrassing for Kemal, so I'm sure he's smart enough to have that covered :zaka

[Runner Up]

Tigers love fighting :P

[straightdrive1]

I was talking in the context of Asia Cup, not some ancient history.

You mentioned 2011..........
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"I hope nothing but success for Pakistan, but you're being denial. Bangladesh had 0 terrorist attack in 2011, whereas Pakistan had... I lost count. If you want to fix your country, first you must realize that you have a real problem. Being denial will not serve you.

Nobody has pelted stones at Shakib's house. However, there was an unofficial report of someone throwing stones at Shahadat's house after the Asia cup. But, I don't get how you can compare stones with bullets and bombs? I thought only Israelis do that."
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Ok I'm done...

[Asim2Good]

I m not in favour of any team visiting Pakistan at moment, but now lets hope everything goes smoothly
Bangladesh visit Pakistan or not, it doesn't matter as major teams ll not visit Pakistan in near future. and 2 day trip in one city ll b different than 3-4 week full trip in different cities.

i m against this trip at moment specially what happened in banu today

[Liverpool_Faizan]

big big mistake and risk

[Go_Bangladesh]

What kind of security you want for your players?. Do you think PCB & Pakistani official will repeat their mistake who are crying out loud for resumption of Int'l cricket??? As for as economy class, if I am not wrong both teams travel together.

You can however send your suggestions as to how Pakistan can satisfy you guys.

The government has been known for it lapse in security and any small mistake could spell trouble for the players. So given their history, they could repeat their mistake of 2009.

Also regarding the economy class, it would not have been an issue if both teams travelled in economy class. But the Bangladesh team were given economy class and Pakistan team travelled in first class. But since we are a weaker cricketing nation, nothing was made out of it.

[Canistani Hero]

Okay, we tried to encourage, we tried to be welcoming but looking at the Bangladesh response, I guess our hearts are too big for the world :afridi

Now, Bangladesh, like it or not, you're coming to us, Mustafa Kemal agreed. Now go moan and groan and whine and dine wherever and however you want :ahmed

[Equinox]

Send the U19 team. Will be good practice for the U19 WC in August.

[Sohaib011]

meh, i'll check the highlights on cricinfo

[Runner Up]

The government has been known for it lapse in security and any small mistake could spell trouble for the players. So given their history, they could repeat their mistake of 2009.

Also regarding the economy class, it would not have been an issue if both teams travelled in economy class. But the Bangladesh team were given economy class and Pakistan team travelled in first class. But since we are a weaker cricketing nation, nothing was made out of it.
Look what kind of security is given to VIPs in Pakistan.

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We all accept Sri Lankan team was attacked in Lahore and that time there was a conflict between two political parties of Punjab and no one was ready to take the responsibility even after the attack. However, things have changed a lot especially in big cities and no one in Pakistan would want to repeat those mistakes. World call you Tigers, show some bravery.

[Executioner]

Okay, we tried to encourage, we tried to be welcoming but looking at the Bangladesh response, I guess our hearts are too big for the world :afridi

Now, Bangladesh, like it or not, you're coming to us, Mustafa Kemal agreed. Now go moan and groan and whine and dine wherever and however you want :ahmed

perhaps you dont understand how much our cricketers mean to us. Yes, it was guys like mashrafee, mushfiq, shakib, tamim who have the ability to unite bangladeshis even for small periods(when the perform big time or during big occassions like WC). I remember during asia cup final everyone i knew was glued infront of the TV, praying for their cricketers success. Even though we lost the players became big time heroes. Weve had people whove won noble prizes, we have had people who did this, 1 even climbed MT. Everest but its these cricketers who really are in the hearts of the people.

Think about it, many of you might have a child or two. Now imagine how would you feel when youre child is going to do a very risky job? Now these boys are like the same to us.

so u expect us to be happy with it?

[Go_Bangladesh]

Oh for crying out loud, don't buy into the rubbish the media feeds you, yes, Pakistan is exposed to a moderate threat of terrorism from various sides but in all truth, the situation has been exaggerated to ridiculous proportions by the media, Pakistan is almost as safe as Bangladesh, especially the urban centers like Lahore. Bangladesh isn't expected to play in Waziristan and rest is sure, for a country who has thrown stones at Shakib's house twice, who is arguably the most talented cricketer ever produced by Bangladesh, your concerns regarding his safety and that of other players, where valid, appear to be severely misplaced :zaka

Also, I assure you the PCB has nothing to do with what class, the Bangladesh squad flies in.

It was in a very urban area of Lahore where the Sri Lankan team was attacked. Please think about this; fans throwing stones at the houses of players is not the same thing as armed men firing their weapons and hurling grenades at the players. So Shakib is safer in Bangladesh IA. Recently Pakistan's sovereignty was questioned when American troops just came into Pakistan and performed their mission and left and the local army could not do any thing about it. How can an army who could not maintain the countries sovereignty be trusted. Point is, if any one want to do damage, they can and the return of international cricket is a big opportunity to make a point and if someone wants to. I really pray that this doesnt happen and Pakistan comes out of this situation and continue on to becoming one of the up coming nations but now there is a problem. If you can't see that, you are biased but thats understandable.
Also if PCB is the host board, then they are the ones responsible to ticketing for the travelling team and they gave BD team economy class and PK team first class which was a massive insult and shame but not much was made out of it.

[TalhaSyed]

Brilliant news!

Great job by Zaka Ashraf (who has really been a breath of fresh air after Butt sahab)

Even though its just 2 matches that doesnt matter...its the fact that inshallah this will mark the return of International cricket to Pakistan!

Really hope everything runs smoothly Inshallah and we get nice big crowds for both matches!

Im also happy that the match is in Lahore, since it is where the SL incident happened. Inshallah Lahore & Pakistan can prove it is not only safe but also a great venue for International cricket.

And I cant emphasis how important it is for their to be a big turn out at BOTH matches (not just the T20). C'mon Lahoris...Dont let us down!

[Equinox]

BD team to tour Pak:
Javed Omar
Al Shahriar
Aftab Ahmed
Raqibul Hasan
Mohammad Ashraful (captain)
Alok Kapali
Khaled Mashud (wicket-keeper)
Khaled Mahmud
Naimur Rahman
Shahadat Hossain
Mohammad Rafique

[Statsman]

BD team to tour Pak:
Javed Omar
Al Shahriar
Aftab Ahmed
Raqibul Hasan
Mohammad Ashraful (captain)
Alok Kapali
Khaled Mashud (wicket-keeper)
Khaled Mahmud
Naimur Rahman
Shahadat Hossain
Fahim Muntasir

Is this what you propose, or is it the team they are sending?

[Canistani Hero]

Is this what you propose, or is it the team they are sending?

perhaps you dont understand how much our cricketers mean to us. Yes, it was guys like mashrafee, mushfiq, shakib, tamim who have the ability to unite bangladeshis even for small periods(when the perform big time or during big occassions like WC). I remember during asia cup final everyone i knew was glued infront of the TV, praying for their cricketers success. Even though we lost the players became big time heroes. Weve had people whove won noble prizes, we have had people who did this, 1 even climbed MT. Everest but its these cricketers who really are in the hearts of the people.

Think about it, many of you might have a child or two. Now imagine how would you feel when youre child is going to do a very risky job? Now these boys are like the same to us.

so u expect us to be happy with it?

Statsman, half of those players are retired, he's messing around.

I understand how you feel buddy, yes safety is a concern and provision of highest level of security possible is a priority. I hope that in a two weeks, when inshaAllah everything goes smoothly, you will realize that even though Pakistan might not be safest place in the world, its not as dangerous as you think it is or as the media portrays it to be :zaka

[praveen]

Whats with posting names of un-wanted players? Suggesting as if they are ready to risk those lives instead of starting 11? Shame.

[Mission18thMarch]

Thats a good start

[Ashraful_Rox]

Imrul Kayes (captain)
Jahurul Islam
Naeem Islam
Raqibul Hasan
Mahmudullah
Aftab Ahmed
Dhiman Ghosh (wicket-keeper)
Suhrawari Shuvo :moyo
Rabiul Islam
Shafiul Islam
Shahadat Hossain

Syed Rasel
Mithun Ali
Farhad Reza

Coach Akram Khan

I know Shakib will opt out and Tamim will fake an injury and Nasir will be busy watching WWF :yk

Also, Ashraful won't be picked because of partiality

[Legend Killer]

This is great news, InshaAllah the tour will go on without a hitch

[insaaniyat]

Well I am against the tour for now. However, if it does happen, hopefully security will be full proof. Otherwise our cricket in Pakistan will really be in trouble.

[Imtiazk]

Statsman, half of those players are retired, he's messing around.

I understand how you feel buddy, yes safety is a concern and provision of highest level of security possible is a priority. I hope that in a two weeks, when inshaAllah everything goes smoothly, you will realize that even though Pakistan might not be safest place in the world, its not as dangerous as you think it is or as the media portrays it to be :zaka

However, the only armed attack on cricketers was in Lahore. The Sri Lankan cricketers surely were not Pakistan's enemies. I hope Bangladeshi cricketers do not become guinea pigs !

Talking about security, a certain house in Abbottabad was attacked and insiders killed before anyone even knew about it !

[Lachrymose]

I hope and pray to Allah that this tour is completed without any problems. It took a lot of hard work to persuade an international team to visit Pakistan, so hopefully, InshaAllah it will be a success.

[Shayan]

Personally, I don't think it's a good idea. I pray it all goes ahead smoothly, but I'm not sure the potential returns are worth the risk. Even if the tour is successful, I don't think it will affect other teams' opinions of the country.

[Professor]

InshaAllah the the tour will go on smoothly and this prove to be the first step towards international cricket coming back to Pakistan on a regular basis

[HaMmy FinE LeG StriKeR]

if bangladeshis are sending their A teams then still we will have to spend millions on their security which too makes no sense, so there is no point in having a tournament,we dont accept a khairat

so leave this thing for good

[Legend Killer]

if bangladeshis are sending their A teams then still we will have to spend millions on their security which too makes no sense, so there is no point in having a tournament,we dont accept a khairat

so leave this thing for good

Dude even if its the BD A team, it is still a step towards getting international cricket back in Pakistan. We have to take it one step at a time, we just can't have top international team visiting right away

[Random Aussie]

Congrats to Pakistan and best wishes for the tour.

[Zane]

I am not sure how this will show others that WE ARE A SECURED COUNTRY to tour. I dearly hope everthing goes peachy, even the slightest stupidity from the public could push back cricket returining back in the country for 10 more years.

Regardless thank you bangladesh for even considering to tour.

One question though, their best 2 players are in the IPL so dose that mean they will comeback to play against us or stay back in IPL? And the other question is DID ALL THE PLAYERS agree that they will tour us or is Kamal just jumping into conclusion all by himself?

[KingKhanWC]

Excellent news! Hope the fans enjoy the game.

[Legend Killer]

Excellent news! Hope the fans enjoy the game.
The fans need to do their part and fill the stadiums up for both matches, it will be a shame if we get empty stands for the return of international cricket

[Statsman]

The fans need to do their part and fill the stadiums up for both matches, it will be a shame if we get empty stands for the return of international cricket

There won't be any empty seat, forget stands.

[Legend Killer]

There won't be any empty seat, forget stands.

Hopefully

[Square Drive]

MashaAllah!! Now hopefully this voice will go smooooothly. :)

[Maximas]

Former Australian cricketer Stuart Law said on Monday he would step down as Bangladesh coach in June, citing family reasons for his surprise decision to quit one year into a two-year contract.

His announcement came a day after the Bangladesh cricket board said it planned a short tour later this month to Pakistan, where international cricket has been suspended since a militant attack on the Sri Lankan team bus in March 2009.

"My resignation is purely for family reasons," Law told reporters in Dhaka, insisting that security concerns had not been a factor-"It has nothing to do with the Pakistan tour".


source- afp


I'm guessing Kamal is pushing Law out of this tour, his resignation is somehow linked... btw Bangladesh football team also lost a foreigner coach last year just before Pak tour resigned showing family reson.

[Runner Up]

^^Keep on dreaming and assuming. He said he will step down in June so why can't you wait and watch if he withdraws from the Pakistan tour?

I am still a big fan of Bangladesh Cricket Team and will keep supporting them but I am very disappointed with their fans behaviors. Tigers not acting like Tigers these days.

[Amjid Javed]

I doubt other teams will choose to tour despite these two game being played but i guess its a move forward in getting some cricket in Pakistan.

[Runner Up]

I doubt other teams will choose to tour despite these two game being played but i guess its a move forward in getting some cricket in Pakistan.
To attract foreign players to play PPL.

[Captain]

out of the two games one is being played on monday :facepalm:

y not play it on saturday and sunday... rather then sunday and monday

[Executioner]

^^Keep on dreaming and assuming. He said he will step down in June so why can't you wait and watch if he withdraws from the Pakistan tour?

I am still a big fan of Bangladesh Cricket Team and will keep supporting them but I am very disappointed with their fans behaviors. Tigers not acting like Tigers these days.

there is a big difference between bravery and stupidity

Bravery is when where youve to earn an achievement and to get that achievement you have to take a lot of risk

Stupidity is when youve got nothing to earn, nothing to gain, nothing at all just like this tour for Bangladesh. I mean what will 2 matches do to us? And for all these we are facing a lot of crisis and much more our coach is about to quit and this tour is a big factor in the his resignations.

Our players are still tigers, they are not idiots who will jump into a land where terrorists are lurking in every mile area. Think about it:sami

And as for the response from fans, how many of you would feel comfortable if your son is going to war? I know this is not a similar situation but using it as a comparison

[Executioner]

however ill be more than happy if our players are given 100% security and our president goes with them.

BTW, the players from our country are saying that they dont want to go to pakistan. One of them said that his father is a heart patient and it if he does go to pakistan his father would not be able to bear the tension. So it shud be up to the players if they want to go or not

[sehsan]

however ill be more than happy if our players are given 100% security and our president goes with them.

BTW, the players from our country are saying that they dont want to go to pakistan. One of them said that his father is a heart patient and it if he does go to pakistan his father would not be able to bear the tension. So it shud be up to the players if they want to go or not

I am sorry but you guys are making like there is a WAR going in pakistan. For poeple like you who lives in subcontintent is making like you guys are living somewhere where the security have been high standard.

Its not as bad as you guys are making it out......

[straightdrive1]

however ill be more than happy if our players are given 100% security and our president goes with them.

BTW, the players from our country are saying that they dont want to go to pakistan. One of them said that his father is a heart patient and it if he does go to pakistan his father would not be able to bear the tension. So it shud be up to the players if they want to go or not

Who said that?:20::13:

[Runner Up]

It was just a matter of reaching to Asia Cup final. The same fans didn't complain last time they toured to Pakistan soon after Aussies rejected to play in Pakistan because of security reasons. The BD fans are acting like they are sending their players on a suicide mission. Well done TIGERS.

[Executioner]

Who said that?:20::13:

Naimur rahman durjoy said that the players arent interested. The players name is not mentioned to avoid publicity

It was just a matter of reaching to Asia Cup final. The same fans didn't complain last time they toured to Pakistan soon after Aussies rejected to play in Pakistan because of security reasons. The BD fans are acting like they are sending their players on a suicide mission. Well done TIGERS.

That was a different case. Things where a lot more secured back then but only after the SL team attack did everyone realized what reality is

and as for sucide missions. Everyday we hear news of bomb blasts and recently heard that Taliban freed 400 terrorists...and amidst all this you want us to send our no. 1 sports team for a pathetic no. of matches

[Runner Up]

Naimur rahman durjoy said that the players arent interested. The players name is not mentioned to avoid publicity



That was a different case. Things where a lot more secured back then but only after the SL team attack did everyone realized what reality is

and as for sucide missions. Everyday we hear news of bomb blasts and recently heard that Taliban freed 400 terrorists...and amidst all this you want us to send our no. 1 sports team for a pathetic no. of matches
And do you know in which province those incidents are happened most of the time? and in which province your team will play?. Lahore is in Punjab which is much safer than KPK that is located near the Afghanistan. And for your info things are much much better than last time your team played in Pakistan. That time big cities were targeted by Taliban.

[Zamee]

Naimur rahman durjoy said that the players arent interested. The players name is not mentioned to avoid publicity



That was a different case. Things where a lot more secured back then but only after the SL team attack did everyone realized what reality is

and as for sucide missions. Everyday we hear news of bomb blasts and recently heard that Taliban freed 400 terrorists...and amidst all this you want us to send our no. 1 sports team for a pathetic no. of matches

Ahan so what is today's news? Any bomb blast or mass killings??

[Executioner]

Ahan so what is today's news? Any bomb blast or mass killings??

i dont see the news regularly

[Zamee]

i dont see the news regularly

And u have the audacity to post garbage that is on the news ''everyday''
Stop making things up.

[Imy]

Folk this will not change any thing also don't expect many people to come security will be suffocatingly tight the only way teams will come if players see dollar signs then they will come running to support pak cricket

[Virtuoso]

And u have the audacity to post garbage that is on the news ''everyday''
Stop making things up.

Please keep your blind way of ignoring the facts elsewhere. Are you a kid or something? Why do you need to take everything literally? Here is one source. You can deny everything but it will not change the minds of any rational people here.

http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/pakistan/database/majorincidents.htm

[Virtuoso]

This tour will not bring anything to Pakistan. Even BD goes there for 1 month tour, it will not change the minds of any big cricket playing nations. There is no win win situation here for Pakistan. If something happens during this tour, it will give the opportunity for others to ban Pakistan for life time or at-least for a decade or two. PCB is here playing big gamble. They are talking about Presidential level security. In order to do so, they have to cover whole stadium, the hotel, the streets and surrounding areas and it means millions of dollars they have to spend just for so called security. This will give a perfect opportunity for the terrorists to make something big which will make them headline news. This is a sad day for both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both boards are not democratically elected. One corrupted Lotus Kamal would become ICC president and on the other hand PCB will show off their artificial "safe place" claim. It will please some irrational fans but it will not bring any good to either boards. Unfortunately none of them are attached to their people. Lotus took the decision without consulting any single directors of BCB. It shows how whole sage is going on. Please don't misunderstood me. I feel the pain for Pakistani people but this tour will not bring anything to them.

[Runner Up]

This tour will not bring anything to Pakistan. Even BD goes there for 1 month tour, it will not change the minds of any big cricket playing nations. There is no win win situation here for Pakistan. If something happens during this tour, it will give the opportunity for others to ban Pakistan for life time or at-least for a decade or two. PCB is here playing big gamble. They are talking about Presidential level security. In order to do so, they have to cover whole stadium, the hotel, the streets and surrounding areas and it means millions of dollars they have to spend just for so called security. This will give a perfect opportunity for the terrorists to make something big which will make them headline news. This is a sad day for both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both boards are not democratically elected. One corrupted Lotus Kamal would become ICC president and on the other hand PCB will show off their artificial "safe place" claim. It will please some irrational fans but it will not bring any good to either boards. Unfortunately none of them are attached to their people. Lotus took the decision without consulting any single directors of BCB. It shows how whole sage is going on. Please don't misunderstood me. I feel the pain for Pakistani people but this tour will not bring anything to them.
Okay.

[Asiacup2012]

This tour will not bring anything to Pakistan. Even BD goes there for 1 month tour, it will not change the minds of any big cricket playing nations. There is no win win situation here for Pakistan. If something happens during this tour, it will give the opportunity for others to ban Pakistan for life time or at-least for a decade or two. PCB is here playing big gamble. They are talking about Presidential level security. In order to do so, they have to cover whole stadium, the hotel, the streets and surrounding areas and it means millions of dollars they have to spend just for so called security. This will give a perfect opportunity for the terrorists to make something big which will make them headline news. This is a sad day for both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both boards are not democratically elected. One corrupted Lotus Kamal would become ICC president and on the other hand PCB will show off their artificial "safe place" claim. It will please some irrational fans but it will not bring any good to either boards. Unfortunately none of them are attached to their people. Lotus took the decision without consulting any single directors of BCB. It shows how whole sage is going on. Please don't misunderstood me. I feel the pain for Pakistani people but this tour will not bring anything to them.

bring International cricket to Pakistan is a big thing, and PCB have enough money to provide Presidential level security.

[pakistani1982]

however ill be more than happy if our players are given 100% security and our president goes with them.

BTW, the players from our country are saying that they dont want to go to pakistan. One of them said that his father is a heart patient and it if he does go to pakistan his father would not be able to bear the tension. So it shud be up to the players if they want to go or not

saudi diplomat was killed in bangladesh so bangladesh isnt safe either??

[Canistani Hero]

This tour will not bring anything to Pakistan. Even BD goes there for 1 month tour, it will not change the minds of any big cricket playing nations. There is no win win situation here for Pakistan. If something happens during this tour, it will give the opportunity for others to ban Pakistan for life time or at-least for a decade or two. PCB is here playing big gamble. They are talking about Presidential level security. In order to do so, they have to cover whole stadium, the hotel, the streets and surrounding areas and it means millions of dollars they have to spend just for so called security. This will give a perfect opportunity for the terrorists to make something big which will make them headline news. This is a sad day for both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both boards are not democratically elected. One corrupted Lotus Kamal would become ICC president and on the other hand PCB will show off their artificial "safe place" claim. It will please some irrational fans but it will not bring any good to either boards. Unfortunately none of them are attached to their people. Lotus took the decision without consulting any single directors of BCB. It shows how whole sage is going on. Please don't misunderstood me. I feel the pain for Pakistani people but this tour will not bring anything to them.


You sir, have negativity oozing out of you. A little optimism never hurt anyone :hafeez

[Executioner]

This tour will not bring anything to Pakistan. Even BD goes there for 1 month tour, it will not change the minds of any big cricket playing nations. There is no win win situation here for Pakistan. If something happens during this tour, it will give the opportunity for others to ban Pakistan for life time or at-least for a decade or two. PCB is here playing big gamble. They are talking about Presidential level security. In order to do so, they have to cover whole stadium, the hotel, the streets and surrounding areas and it means millions of dollars they have to spend just for so called security. This will give a perfect opportunity for the terrorists to make something big which will make them headline news. This is a sad day for both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both boards are not democratically elected. One corrupted Lotus Kamal would become ICC president and on the other hand PCB will show off their artificial "safe place" claim. It will please some irrational fans but it will not bring any good to either boards. Unfortunately none of them are attached to their people. Lotus took the decision without consulting any single directors of BCB. It shows how whole sage is going on. Please don't misunderstood me. I feel the pain for Pakistani people but this tour will not bring anything to them.

agree, this kind of a visit is a big thing and im pretty sure a big target for terrorists. Thats why Im totally against this tour.

I sincerely hope nothing happens but imagine if anything bad happens, what will happen to OUR cricket? We dont have anyone to replace the quality players in the present sides. if such happens we may just end up with being weaker than ireland, afghanistan... other teams will not tour us and not invite us. A lot of cricket fans will be lost.

And also pakistan are under big threat, if such happens pakistan will not be able to host intl cricket for a long time. PPL will not be a reality..and what more?

[Zamee]

Please keep your blind way of ignoring the facts elsewhere. Are you a kid or something? Why do you need to take everything literally? Here is one source. You can deny everything but it will not change the minds of any rational people here.

http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/pakistan/database/majorincidents.htm

And Bangladesh is safe right ?? :)

http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/bangladesh/database/index.html

[sunnykhan]

A very good News! Pak should select young team these matches.

[Shaan]

good for Pakistan, looking forward to good games. I hope after this series things will be better for Pakistan !!

[AccidentallyOnPurpose]

what are LOI's

[Runner Up]

Limited Overs Internationals?

[Joy Bangla]

And Bangladesh is safe right ?? :)

http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/countries/bangladesh/database/index.html

go to ur link and check. 2008 only 1 killed. 2009 and 2011 no incident. 2010 3 killed. now compare that with your pakistan

[ethan hunt]

go to ur link and check. 2008 only 1 killed. 2009 and 2011 no incident. 2010 3 killed. now compare that with your pakistan

pardon my ignorance but didnt bangladeshi terrorists attack westindian players with stones ?? could have been guns if they could afford them..:afridi.....where was the security than , are you trying to say bangladesh can guarantee the safety of international teams ??

a player just got shot in south africa , no country is safe , not least bangladesh , we all know pakistan has problems but instead of taking digs at pakistan , blame your chairman mustapha kamal, i am sure the players have the option of opting out , trust me the pakistani crowd is not excited to see the likes of tamim or shakib , they just wanna see their superstars in action and a match against zimbabwe would probably have ensured even more excitement since they are tougher competition.

[Joy Bangla]

pardon my ignorance but didnt bangladeshi terrorists attack westindian players with stones ?? could have been guns if they could afford them..:afridi.....where was the security than , are you trying to say bangladesh can guarantee the safety of international teams ??

a player just got shot in south africa , no country is safe , not least bangladesh , we all know pakistan has problems but instead of taking digs at pakistan , blame your chairman mustapha kamal, i am sure the players have the option of opting out , trust me the pakistani crowd is not excited to see the likes of tamim or shakib , they just wanna see their superstars in action and a match against zimbabwe would probably have ensured even more excitement since they are tougher competition.

got ya. stones = bullets
pakistan = israel

[Executioner]

pardon my ignorance but didnt bangladeshi terrorists attack westindian players with stones ?? could have been guns if they could afford them..:afridi.....where was the security than , are you trying to say bangladesh can guarantee the safety of international teams ??

a player just got shot in south africa , no country is safe , not least bangladesh , we all know pakistan has problems but instead of taking digs at pakistan , blame your chairman mustapha kamal, i am sure the players have the option of opting out , trust me the pakistani crowd is not excited to see the likes of tamim or shakib , they just wanna see their superstars in action and a match against zimbabwe would probably have ensured even more excitement since they are tougher competition.

those werent terrorists, they were normal people throwing stones and they have no intention of KILLING sportsperson

[Canistani Hero]

those werent terrorists, they were normal people throwing stones and they have no intention of KILLING sportsperson

Bangladesh is so safe? Killing of a saudi diplomat now this http://www.omct.org/human-rights-defenders/urgent-interventions/bangladesh/2012/04/d21731/ :sk

[DaFan]

Bangladesh is so safe? Killing of a saudi diplomat now this http://www.omct.org/human-rights-defenders/urgent-interventions/bangladesh/2012/04/d21731/ :sk

lol just pulled a random news article? Initial investigation shows that he was involved in shady dealings. Its more of an assassination than killing of an innocent person.

[iZeeshan]

I'm terrified for this tour.

Hope all goes well, insha'Allah.

Didn't see a need for a tour so soon to Pakistan anyway as things clearly aren't completely safe.

[Executioner]

Bangladesh is so safe? Killing of a saudi diplomat now this http://www.omct.org/human-rights-defenders/urgent-interventions/bangladesh/2012/04/d21731/ :sk

it was just one small incident and I doubt that there was TERRORISM involved. People will even start questioning safety in USA after few people get killed by assassins and stuffs

[madaboutcricket]

pardon my ignorance but didnt bangladeshi terrorists attack westindian players with stones ?? could have been guns if they could afford them..:afridi.....where was the security than , are you trying to say bangladesh can guarantee the safety of international teams ??

a player just got shot in south africa , no country is safe , not least bangladesh , we all know pakistan has problems but instead of taking digs at pakistan , blame your chairman mustapha kamal, i am sure the players have the option of opting out , trust me the pakistani crowd is not excited to see the likes of tamim or shakib , they just wanna see their superstars in action and a match against zimbabwe would probably have ensured even more excitement since they are tougher competition.

lol. did not know terrorist use stones to kill people? :)

[ethan hunt]

lol. did not know terrorist use stones to kill people? :)

you would know a thing or two about how they operate wouldnt you :)

all the more shameful that these were "supporters" of the national team ???....has happened twice , would they attack opposition teams each time they lose (which happens quite often mind you ). where was the "world class security ".

[Zamee]

you would know a thing or two about how they operate wouldnt you :)

all the more shameful that these were "supporters" of the national team ???....has happened twice , would they attack opposition teams each time they lose (which happens quite often mind you ). where was the "world class security ".

Point!

[Joy Bangla]

you would know a thing or two about how they operate wouldnt you :)

all the more shameful that these were "supporters" of the national team ???....has happened twice , would they attack opposition teams each time they lose (which happens quite often mind you ). where was the "world class security ".

was anybody killed? no. point void.

[ethan hunt]

was anybody killed? no. point void.

brilliant . its all good as long as no cricketer gets killed ??.Your security forces couldnt deal with a stone throwing mob TWICE , what chance have they got against weapons ??