The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday, took a bold step after it announced that the final of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be held in Lahore. The decision soon draws praise and criticism from all corners.
England cricketer Ben Duckett too has joined the bandwagon of those calling for the shift of PSL final back to Dubai, amid a renewed wave of terrorist attacks in Pakistan.
Duckett who is representing the Islamabad United squad which is being lead by Pakistan Test captain Misbah ul Haq, tweeted on social media.
Thoughts and prayers go to all injured in the Lahore attack! shocking news! time to get the PSL Final in Dubai, Duckett said.
Thoughts and prayers go to all injured in the Lahore attack ????shocking news! time to get the PSL Final in Dubai ??
Ben Duckett (@BenDuckett1) 23 February 2017
Duckett comments come after a powerful explosion in an upscale shopping area of Lahore on Thursday, the blast claimed at least eight people and left more than 15 others injured.
Albeit PCB adamancy the recent wave of terrorist activities have caused renewed fears among foreign players. As per reports, PSL Chairman Najam Sethi has said that owners of franchises have been tasked to persuade their foreign players to come to Pakistan for the league final.
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