We'll Give You Security, Come": Former Pakistan Pacer's Explosive Dare To BCCI, Team India

31.07.2024 - 11:15 sports.ndtv.com

Former Pakistan fast bowler Tanvir Ahmed has launched an explosive dare towards Team India in response to former spinner Harbhajan Singh's comment that there is a "safety concern" in Pakistan.

Tanvir has asked India and the BCCI to tour Pakistan, saying that it is only the Pakistan cricket team who keep touring India without refusal.

The row comes after reports have stated that the BCCI do not want to tour Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy. On the other hand, Pakistan toured India for the 2023 ODI World Cup. "We are lions.

We have come to your den and played you," said Tanvir. "If you have the courage, come here and play," he continued. "We will give you security, we'll give you everything.

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