RAWALPINDI – The spokesperson for armed forces of Pakistan has apparently‘discouraged’ wearing the military caps during the final of the fourthedition of Pakistan Super League.
The Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations, Major General AsifGhafoor took to Twitter and acknowledged the reverence of Pak Army by thecivilians, however, emphasized that sports are beyond politics.
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Dear Pakistanis u are desirous to put on military style caps/shirts duringPSL Final. Pak Armed Forces humbly acknowledge your love & support. Sportsare beyond politics & we believe that our bondage is beyond such gesturesalone. Enjoy the game in CityOfLights.#PakistanZindabadlink7:25 PM – Mar 14, 2019link
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The response by military’s media wing came after Pakistani cricket fansdemanded to wear military-style caps and shirts during the PSL final inKarachi and other clashes.
Recently, the Indian cricket team wore camouflage caps during a one-dayinternational against Australia in Ranchi and lost the match.
The minister for information and broadcasting, Fawad Chaudhry urged theInternational Cricket Council (ICC) to take action against India forpoliticising Gentleman’s game.
The final of Pakistan Super League is scheduled on March 17th at theNational Stadium in Karachi for which Quetta Gladiators have alreadyreserved the spot.
