Pakistan Players Host Private Dinner for $25
Just before the T20 World Cup 2024, the Pakistan cricket team hosted a private dinner in the United States. Fans were invited to meet and greet the players, but the event was not free. Instead, there was an entry fee of $25. This decision has caused a lot of controversy within the Pakistan cricket community. Many people, including former cricket star Rashid Latif, have criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the players for this move.
Rashid Latif’s Criticism
Rashid Latif, one of Pakistan’s cricket legends, expressed his dismay on social media. He shared a video where he criticized the idea of charging fans to meet the players. Latif found it shocking and inappropriate, especially since it wasn’t an official or charity event. He stressed that meeting players should not come with a price tag and warned that such practices could tarnish the team’s reputation.
Reactions from the Cricket Community
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The backlash didn’t stop with Latif. Presenter Nauman Niaz also condemned the event, calling it a “sad state of affairs.” A fan suggested that if the team insisted on charging, the price should have been higher. The cricket community was largely united in its disapproval, questioning the necessity and appropriateness of such an event, especially during a major tournament like the World Cup.
Charity vs. Private Events
Latif also highlighted the difference between charity dinners and private dinners. He mentioned that while charity events are understandable and have a purpose, this private dinner seemed purely commercial. He reminisced about past times when official dinners were held without any commercial interests. Latif urged the players to be cautious and avoid making such mistakes, emphasizing that events associated with the national team should maintain dignity and avoid commercial exploitation.
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