Pakistan left-arm seamer Mohammad Irfan has urged fans to stop making statements that Pakistan will not travel to India for the 2023 World Cup. 

The political tension between the two countries is still high and has led to increased tension. 

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Former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja has said that Pakistan would consider withdrawing from the 2023 World Cup if this happens. 

Since 2013, Pakistan and India have only played each other at major cricket events like the World Cup, T20 World Cup, Champions Trophy and Asia Cup. 

Irfan calls for sports and politics to be kept separate, saying that everyone wants to see Pakistan play India, as it is the most highly-anticipated match, and that cricket should be separate from politics.

“I have said it before too. Players should be kept away from politics. Pakistan should go to India, and India should come to Pakistan to play. It increases love between people from both countries,” said Irfan.

“Cricket should be separate from politics. Don’t go with statements that Pakistan won’t come to India; let the board decide it,” he maintained.