Sarfaraz denies knowing about Pakistan threat to end tour
Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed says he and his players did not know about a Pakistan Cricket Board threat to the England and Wales Cricket Board over a Sky interview with the sons of Imran Khan.
Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed revealed that he and his players were unaware of a threat from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) regarding a Sky interview with the sons of former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan. This was discussed during lunch on the first day of the second Test at Lord's.
The interview, featuring Suleiman and Kasim Khan, raised concerns about the treatment and security of their father, as well as criticizing the UK government's response. The PCB chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, also serves as Pakistan's interior minister. Sky received a complaint about the plan to broadcast the interview, and the ECB sought government advice.
In Pakistan, the match is being broadcast by public broadcaster PTV, which did not air the interview. Despite the tension, the players resumed play after lunch, and England is leading the second innings by 81-3. The tour of Pakistan is set to continue in October with a one-day tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
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