The Hundred
Haris Rauf leads 14 Pakistani players in Hundred auction list
من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي صورة مولدة بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي
Fast bowler Haris Rauf has been named a marquee player among 14 men from Pakistan in the final list for The Hundred men's auction. The inclusion comes amid concerns over potential exclusion by teams linked to the Indian Premier League due to political tensions. The England and Wales Cricket Board has emphasized that selections must not discriminate based on nationality.
The England and Wales Cricket Board has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive selection in The Hundred amid reports that Pakistani players may face exclusion from teams linked to Indian owners. The controversy highlights tensions in global cricket influenced by India-Pakistan relations. Franchises pledge to base picks on merit alone.
من إعداد الذكاء الاصطناعي
The England and Wales Cricket Board and all eight Hundred franchises have issued a joint statement committing to select players based solely on performance, without regard to nationality. This follows reports that Indian-owned teams might exclude Pakistan cricketers from the upcoming auction due to diplomatic tensions. The move aims to ensure the tournament remains inclusive ahead of the March player draft.