The BCCI has finally spoken out on PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja’s proposal for a four-nation T20I series. The notion of a Super T20 Series between Pakistan, India, Australia, and England was offered by Ramiz.
Ramiz Raja had proposed a Four-Nation T20I series comprising India, Pakistan, England, and Australia, based on the interest that Indo-Pak confrontations generate among cricket fans all over the world.
It’s no secret that England and Australia are one of cricket’s biggest rivals, turning the Ashes into a highly anticipated event. Ramiz Raja proposed that each country hold a series of events each year.
The proposal has been applauded by fans from both countries and around the world, but BCCI does not appear to be a fan. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has responded to Ramiz Raja’s proposition, stating that “short-term commercial efforts” are not what the game of cricket requires.
Talking about the PCB Chairman’s idea, BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah said, “With the IPL window expanding and the ICC events every year in the cycle, our primary responsibility is to safeguard bilateral cricket at home, with emphasis on Test cricket.”
Sharing BCCI’s point of view about the future of cricket, Jay Shah added, “I am also looking forward to seeing the Olympics, as that will help the game grow. Contradicting the concept of PCB Chairman, BCCI Sectary added, “Expansion of the sport is a challenge that our game faces and we must prioritize it over any short-term commercial initiative.”
The last time these two sides faced in a T20I match was in the T20 World Cup 2021, when Pakistan won for the first time in a World Cup, and by a large margin of 10 wickets.
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