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World XI in Pakistan: It is not just about cricket: Faf du Plessis

Faf du Plessis says the World XI tour to Pakistan will hopefully change the perception around the country

By Unnikrishnan
Faf du Plessis and Andy Flower

Karachi, September 12: World XI captain Faf du Plessis said their tour of Pakistan is not just about playing a series but way bigger than that where the crazy fans get a dose of top flight international cricket.

"It is not just about cricket. This short tour is for something bigger. We are just happy that after a long time Pakistani cricket fans can watch international action at home," Du Plessis said.

Since March, 2009 when militants attacked the Sri Lankan side near the Gaddafi stadium, no top side has come to Pakistan due to security concerns and the ICC also refused to send any match referee and umpires for the limited overs series played by Zimbabwe in May, 2015 in Lahore.

The importance of the tour was also highlighted by du Plessis and coach, Andy Flower at their media meet.

"You always try to find things to help you leave your mark - and this seemed like the sort of opportunity to do just that," Du Plessis said.

"As a cricketer, in a few years' time, I will be able to look back and say that I played my part in bringing cricket back to Pakistan," he added.

Flower made it clear that the World XI side wanted to give a good account of themselves before the passionate cricket fans of Pakistan.

"At the end of this tour, we want to be part of the celebrations to signal the return of international cricket to Pakistan," Flower said.

Story first published: Monday, September 11, 2017, 16:08 [IST]
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