ICC Will Always Side with India, Says Former PCB Chief on Champions Trophy Stand-off
Former PCB Chief Slams ICC's Decision
Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has criticized the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its decision to move the Champions Trophy final to England due to security concerns. Raja believes that the ICC's decision is biased towards India and that the tournament should have been held in Pakistan as originally planned.
ICC's Decision Unfair to Pakistan
Raja argued that the ICC's decision is unfair to Pakistan, which has been a loyal member of the cricketing world for decades. He pointed out that Pakistan has successfully hosted major international cricket tournaments in the past, including the 1996 Cricket World Cup and the 2008 Champions Trophy.
Raja also questioned the ICC's decision to move the final to England, which is already hosting the ongoing Cricket World Cup. He believes that this decision will put additional pressure on England's already stretched resources.
ICC Accused of Bias Towards India
Raja's criticism of the ICC is not new. He has been a vocal critic of the governing body in the past, accusing it of being biased towards India. Raja believes that the ICC's decision to move the Champions Trophy final to England is further evidence of this bias.
The ICC has defended its decision, saying that it was made in the best interests of the tournament and the safety of the players and fans. However, Raja's criticism has resonated with many Pakistani cricket fans, who believe that the ICC has treated Pakistan unfairly.
Conclusion
The ICC's decision to move the Champions Trophy final to England has been met with criticism from former PCB chief Ramiz Raja. Raja believes that the decision is biased towards India and that the tournament should have been held in Pakistan as originally planned. The ICC has defended its decision, but Raja's criticism has resonated with many Pakistani cricket fans, who believe that the ICC has treated Pakistan unfairly.