Times of Islamabad

Australian cricket legend Greg Chappell showers his praise and love for Pakistan

Australian cricket legend Greg Chappell showers his praise and love for Pakistan

ISLAMABAD -Australian cricket legend Greg Chappell showers his praise andlove for Pakistan.

Greg Chappell, is enjoying every bit of his trip to Pakistan in the wake ofthe ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL). On Wednesday, Chappell, along withSir Vivian Richards and Shane Watson, called on Prime Minister Imran Khanat the PM Office.

The meet-up was followed by his visit to Lahore, where the veterancricketer also received a warm welcome. Chappell also visited the ShahFaisal Ground and enjoyed a club cricket match.——————————

Talking to the players there, the Australian great said that visitingLahore reminded him of the happy moments he had during his playing days.Coming to Lahore has refreshed my memory.

He said that Pakistanis are very welcoming and passionate about cricket. Hewas hopeful that more foreign teams will visit Pakistan soon.——————————

Chappel also paid a visit to the late legendary leg-spinner, Abdul Qadir’shouse in Lahore. Greg met his elder son Rehman Qadir and sympathized withhim on his father’s death. Qadir was undoubtedly a great cricketer and agreat human being, he recalled.