Ramiz Raja, the new PCB chairman, was among the many voices from Pakistan expressing their disappointment at New Zealand’s decision to abandon the tour
ESPNcricinfo staff17-Sep-2021
Crazy day it has been! Feel so sorry for the fans and our players. Walking out of the tour by taking a unilateral approach on a security threat is very frustrating. Especially when it’s not shared!! Which world is NZ living in??NZ will hear us at ICC.
— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 17, 2021
Extremely disappointed on the abrupt postponement of the series, which could have brought the smiles back for millions of Pakistan Cricket Fans. I've full trust in the capabilities and credibility of our security agencies. They are our pride and always will be! Pakistan Zindabad!
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) September 17, 2021
1/2 New Zealand Cricket would not have made the decision to end their tour of Pakistan lightly- they have shown time and again that they are willing to do their part to promote and play our great game so I don’t think it’s right to be critical of them.
— Jason Gillespie (@dizzy259) September 17, 2021
2/2 we are all however disappointed for Pakistan cricket, it’s players and supporters. A wonderful cricketing country that has, for a long time, been denied consistent top level cricket. Hopefully the situation in the country improves quickly!
— Jason Gillespie (@dizzy259) September 17, 2021
My country is safe. And my country is safe for cricket. This is a heartbreaking moment for us as a team and for all the fans. We will keep making our efforts iAPakistan Zindabad!
— Imam Ul Haq (@ImamUlHaq12) September 17, 2021
Sad news for players and fans. #NZvPAK https://t.co/8C6UpOMPz1
— Grant Elliott (@grantelliottnz) September 17, 2021
It is making me more sad thinking about how upset our fans must be after receiving this news. To the world, I want to repeat our country is safe for cricket.
To our fans, We the Pakistan team promise we will turn these sad feelings into happy ones In Shaa Allah
Zindabad— Hassan Ali (@RealHa55an) September 17, 2021
Dejected and disappointment are my emotions right now. For many years we’ve shown that Pakistan is safe for cricket. So sad to see the tour end without starting #PAKvNZ
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) September 17, 2021
Pakistan is a safe and secure country. We have state level security when it comes to international fixtures and high level sporting events. However whatever the reason was – we hope there can be some transparency over this matter so that Pakistan cricket at home survives.
— Azhar Mahmood (@AzharMahmood11) September 17, 2021
Disappointed waking up to the news of the cancellation of the Pakistan Vs New Zealand series because of security issues.Over the last 6 years playing and visiting Pakistan has been one of the most enjoyable experiences. I’ve always felt safe. this is a massive blow to Pakistan
— Daren Sammy (@darensammy88) September 17, 2021
#PakvsNZ
— Sana Mir (@mir_sana05) September 17, 2021
This is heartbreaking. Pakistanis love cricket so much, we have worked really hard to bring cricket back here. PSL & other teams visiting Pakistan is evidence of our hospitality & security arrangements. We will continue our efforts. #PakistanZindabad
— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) September 17, 2021
Toured @TheRealPCB 2 years back and really enjoyed every minute of our stay!! Felt extremely welcomed and also safe tbh! Never had any doubt Genuinely wanna see cricket return to this great nation! @danushka_70 @dasunshanaka1 pic.twitter.com/ovjroZbXx9
— Angelo Perera (@angiperera) September 17, 2021