Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq was shocked by the way New Zealand has called off their tour of Pakistan owing to the security threat. Slamming the Kiwis, Inzamam said that what they did is unacceptable.
However, The first ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand in Rawalpindi did not take place on Friday as both teams did not leave the hotel for the ground. And, later, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has released a statement and informed everyone that they won’t continue the tour due to security concerns. While reacting, Inzamam said that he is finding it difficult to take this thing.
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Inzamam-ul-Haq said on his YouTube channel: “No country can do to another what New Zealand have done to Pakistan. They were our guests and if they had some issues they should have spoken to the PCB. Pakistan had been providing New Zealand with the best security. Since the attack on Sri Lankan cricketers in 2009, we have given security to teams equivalent to that given to a visiting President.”
He further added: “ICC must step into this. Also, If New Zealand have some inputs related to security, why are they not showing it? If not to PCB, then at least show it to the ICC. Even our PM had spoken to them and given them assurances. If New Zealand had spoken to Pakistan about their concerns, the security agencies could definitely have looked into to. But just before the match they said, they cannot play because of some threat. I have full trust in Pakistan’s security. At least let us know what your problem is? I cannot digest this.”
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However, not only him but Pakistan’s cricket fraternity and fans have also started slamming New Zealand for the tour cancellation. He also shared that Pakistan has always supported other cricketing nations. “Pakistan has always supported other nations. In 1996, there was a major security threat in Sri Lanka and teams were not willing to play there. Our players went there and played a match ahead of the World Cup. Sri Lanka could thus show the world that their country was safe. We are always ready to help,” Inzamam-ul-Haq concluded.
