India’s statement of isolating Pakistan in the world of cricket turned out to be political, BCCI Committee of Administrators Chairman Vinod Roy said that the announcement was made keeping in view the public opinion.
Vinod Roy, the head of the Committee of Administrators appointed by the Supreme Court in the Indian Cricket Board, clarified in an interview that he was not a supporter of isolating Pakistan in the world of cricket, but made such a statement considering the public opinion. When asked that after the Pulwama incident, he demanded Pakistan to treat South Africa like the apartheid era, but was this demand not against the Olympic Charter, which includes sports as a human right?
Vinod Roy said that Pakistani players are not allowed to play in IPL, while we had a match against them in the World Cup on June 16, the general idea was that the competition should be refused, newspapers were also giving the same news, a TV. It was even said on the channel that BCCI only wants to play with Pakistan for the sake of revenue. What should have been my reaction in such a situation? I said that if we refuse to play, we will lose 2 points and if the competition is in the semi-final, then what will we do. Instead of shooting myself in the foot, I made a statement to isolate Pakistan. gave
According to the report, when he was asked if he really wanted to isolate Pakistan in world cricket, he bluntly said that he did not want to do so. Can’t go and play but can compete with any country at a neutral venue.
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What implications does Vinod Roy believe his comments on isolating Pakistan may have for the future of India-Pakistan cricketing ties?
**Interview with Vinod Roy, Chairman of BCCI Committee of Administrators**
**Interviewer:** Vinod, thank you for joining us today. Your recent comments about India’s stance on isolating Pakistan in cricket have stirred quite a debate. You mentioned that your statements were influenced by public opinion. Can you explain what you mean by that?
**Vinod Roy:** Thank you for having me. Yes, my statements reflected the sentiments prevailing in the country at that time. After the Pulwama attacks, there was considerable pressure on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from fans and the media to take a strong stance against Pakistan in cricket. The overwhelming narrative was that we should refuse to play against them, and this was echoed in various news outlets.
**Interviewer:** You also referenced the potential consequences of refusing to play, particularly regarding the points in the World Cup. Was there a sense of conflict between moral considerations and the realities of competition?
**Vinod Roy:** Absolutely. My statement was a strategic decision. If we refused to play, we would stand to lose crucial points, especially in a tournament like the World Cup. My aim was to avoid putting the Indian team at a disadvantage in a key competition. It was a complex situation, balancing the emotional response of the public with the logistical realities of international cricket.
**Interviewer:** You raised a provocative analogy, suggesting that Pakistan’s treatment should resemble that of South Africa during the apartheid era. Do you think such parallels are appropriate, considering they might clash with the values of sportsmanship and the Olympic Charter?
**Vinod Roy:** That statement was more about expressing the frustration many felt rather than a serious policy proposal. I do not advocate isolating Pakistan. Sports should ideally serve as a bridge rather than a barrier. While there are significant political undertones, I believe we can compete with other nations, potentially at neutral venues, without compromising the spirit of the game.
**Interviewer:** Given this context, what impact do you think your admission may have on the future of India-Pakistan cricketing ties?
**Vinod Roy:** I hope it opens a dialog on finding a middle ground. The intent is not to isolate but to navigate a path that allows for competition while respecting the sentiments of both nations’ fans. The cricketing world benefits from diversity and inclusivity.
**Interviewer:** how do you think fans can engage in this discourse? What should be their expectation going forward?
**Vinod Roy:** I encourage fans to voice their opinions, but I hope they also recognize the complexities involved. Discussions around cricket and politics should consider both the emotional and logistical aspects. Their expectations should be towards promoting competition and unity, even amidst challenging circumstances.
*As readers, how do you feel about the balance between political sentiments and the spirit of sport in cricket? Should sporting bodies prioritize national sentiment over international rivalries, or is there room for both?*