Australian legend slams teams for not touring Pakistan

Former Australian cricketer turned sports commentator, Dean Jones has slammed international teams for refusing to tour Pakistan, calling it‘hypocrisy’ by the teams.

“In recent times, there were quite a few terrorist attacks in Europe including London and sporting events are going on as usual. But teams refuse to travel to Pakistan. The hypocrisy is overwhelming!” stated Dean Jones, in an interview to Deccan Chronicles.

The Islamabad United coach went on to praise Pakistan cricket, saying that the team has improved a lot lately, owing much to the success of Pakistan Super League (PSL).

“In last two-three years, there is so much improvement in Pakistan cricket. The Pakistan Super League has transformed them into a professional unit. The Champions Trophy success can also be attributed to the players who emerged through PSL,” he said.

However, he was of the view that Pakistan needs to improve its ‘first-class structure.’ On Indo Pak rivalry, Jones commented that he would love to see the arch-rivals ‘play in a Test series.’

“I’m a firm believer that there is no such thing called No.1 side in cricket. India became the ‘No.1 Test’ side without facing Pakistan. I would love to see the two teams play in a Test series.”