India refused to play cricket in Pakistan, causing significant distress among Pakistani former cricketers and fans.
This refusal extends to social media and television where former Pakistani cricketers criticize India's decision.
Main Arguments by Former Pakistani Cricketers
Salman Butt: Called India's stance hypocritical. He argues India should either completely accept or reject Pakistan, citing India's participation in other sports like tennis and kabaddi but not cricket.
Discussion by Major Gaurav
Agreement and Disagreement: Agrees that India should have no relations with Pakistan, including in sports like tennis and kabaddi, but dismisses the hypocrisy claim, pointing out Pakistan's own selective practices.
Most Favored Nation Status: Criticizes Pakistan for continuing terrorism activities despite India granting them this status in trade.
Moral Character and Integrity: Challenges Pakistan's moral character, suggesting their actions are inconsistent and opportunistic.
Historical Context and Solutions
Historical Claims: Emphasizes Pakistan's history of deceit and fluctuating stances based on convenience.
Call for a Stand: Urges Pakistan to officially break all ties, including cricket, with India, highlighting their lack of consistency and urging them to take a firm stand.
Commentary on Pakistan Cricket and PSL
PSL vs. IPL: Asserts that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) would fail if Indian Premier League (IPL) allowed Pakistani players, showing economic disparity and dependency on Indian viewership and revenue.
Financial Constraints: Points out that Pakistani cricketers often criticize India due to lack of financial resources and opportunity.
Moral and Ethical Integrity of India in Comparison
India's Stability: Praises India's moral character and stability compared to Pakistan, suggesting that Indian policies are based on principle rather than opportunism.
International Support: Cites support from Afghan social media influencer, Wazma Ayubi, who also condemns playing in Pakistan, labeling it an unsafe country.
Conclusion
Discouraging Relationship: Supports complete dissociation from Pakistan, discouraging any form of sports or cultural exchange, particularly in a cricketing context.
Final Appeal: Major Gaurav appeals to Pakistani players and the public to acknowledge India's stance and maintain their own country's dignity by not participating in India.
Summary
Major Gaurav provides a vehement criticism of Pakistan's reactions and policies concerning their cricket relations with India. Through historical context, financial analysis, and moral comparison, he urges a complete severance of cricketing ties, advocating for a principled approach to international sports relations.