Michael Holding, the legendary bowler of West Indies who is on a tour of Pakistan, has expressed the desire of other international teams like Sri Lanka to come and play in Pakistan and said that more teams should come to Pakistan to play cricket so that the perception of security here will end. maybe
While talking to journalists about security, Michael Holding said that the visit to Karachi was very comfortable and there was no trouble anywhere, but this does not prove that anything can happen, anywhere in the world. Maybe. He said that American presidents get the best security, but we have seen attacks on American presidents, even with me in Jamaica. Security will be provided, it will be excellent.
He said that people have made a lot of talk about Pakistan, so Pakistan has to work hard to bring other teams here and remove the impression that scares people from coming here. Michael Holding added that it is a difference of opinion that even after the London blasts, the Australian team continued their tour of England, so the PCB has to prove that everything is really fine and that will happen only when Sri Other teams like Lanka come here and prove to the world in these tours that everything is perfect.
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**Interview with Michael Holding on Cricket and Security in Pakistan**
**Interviewer**: Michael, you’ve had a long and illustrious career in cricket. Now, as you tour Pakistan, what are your thoughts on the current security situation for international teams?
**Michael Holding**: It’s been a comfortable experience for me here in Karachi. I’ve felt secure, but we have to remember that security is a universal concern. Even places with the best security can face threats. It’s about perception and the willingness of teams to take the plunge.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned that other teams should come and play in Pakistan. How crucial do you think these visits are for changing the narrative around safety in the country?
**Michael Holding**: Absolutely vital. If teams like Sri Lanka come and endorse the environment here through their presence, it helps reshape perceptions. Cricketing nations need to see for themselves that Pakistan can host international matches safely.
**Interviewer**: You’ve drawn comparisons with how the Australian team continued their tour of England despite the London bombings. Could you elaborate on that?
**Michael Holding**: Yes, it’s interesting how opinions vary. Australia didn’t back down in the face of adversity, which shows that courage and trust in local organizers can lead to normalization. The PCB must work diligently to ensure safety and boost confidence for teams to come here.
**Interviewer**: You seem optimistic about the future. What message do you want to convey to cricket fans and the stakeholders in Pakistan?
**Michael Holding**: It’s about creating an environment where cricket can thrive, which requires concerted efforts from everyone involved. The narrative has to shift from skepticism to trust. When people experience the hospitality and security firsthand, hearts and minds can be changed.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Michael. Your perspective is certainly fascinating. To our readers, what do you think about the state of cricket in Pakistan? Should international teams resume tours, or do concerns still overshadow the enthusiasm? Let’s hear your thoughts!
