UAE Declines to Host Pakistan Super League Due to Security
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DUBAI — May 7, 2024 — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly refusing to host the Pakistan Super League (PSL) due to escalating security concerns. The decision, stemming from the Emirates Cricket Board, is linked to the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict and associated risks. The Pakistan super League faced further complications with a drone attack on a stadium. For an expert perspective, follow this developing story.
UAE Reportedly Declines to Host Pakistan Super League
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly declining a request from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to host the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The decision stems from security concerns raised by the Emirates Cricket Board regarding the tournament.
security Concerns Intensified
The UAE board is concerned that the India-Pakistan conflict intensifies the safety threat to a tournament like the PSL.The Emirates Cricket Board has a close relationship with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The UAE has previously hosted matches of the Champions Trophy.
Did You Know?
The Champions Trophy is a prestigious international cricket tournament featuring the top eight teams in the world.
Reports indicate that the UAE is not prepared to host the remaining PSL matches at this time. An official announcement has not been made.
Venue Changes and Security Incidents
The Pakistan Cricket Board had already announced a change of venue due to concerns from foreign players. Earlier, a cricket stadium was damaged in a drone attack hours before a match between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings.PCB Chairman Muhsin Naqvi stated that the stadium was broken in the attack.
The PCB said that further information regarding the UAE would be provided soon.
Foreign Players’ Concerns
The tournament faced disruption as foreign players began leaving the country. Players such as James Vince, Tom Curran, Sam Billings, Chris jordan, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Jason Holder, and Rassie van der Dussen are part of the PSL.
Pro Tip
Foreign players’ participation in leagues like PSL often depends on security assurances and risk assessments.
Recent Terrorist Attacks
On April 22, terrorist attacks in Pahalgam resulted in the deaths of 25 Indians. The Indian army was attacked by terrorist centers in Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir. The conflict continued in border areas, with Pakistan and India defending their respective positions.
