Controversy Erupts Over Pakistani Cricketers in The Hundred League
Explore the heated debate surrounding the participation of Pakistani players in the franchise-owned Hundred cricket league, where Indian businesses have teams.
The inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the Hundred, a franchise-based cricket league in England, has sparked a major controversy in recent weeks. The Hundred, which features teams owned by various businesses and organizations, has been at the center of a heated debate over the presence of players from Pakistan.
The Controversy Explained
The Hundred is a new cricket format introduced by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in 2021. It features eight city-based teams, some of which are partially owned by Indian business entities. The participation of Pakistani players in this league has led to a backlash, particularly from certain Indian fans and media outlets.
The main issue seems to be the involvement of Indian-owned teams in a league that includes Pakistani cricketers. Some critics argue that this is unacceptable, given the ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan. They claim that Pakistani players should not be allowed to participate in a league where Indian businesses have a stake.
Source: Al Jazeera
