Delhi: Former captain and great all-rounder Kapil Dev has expressed his views regarding cricket relations between India and Pakistan. He said that if the government gives any instructions regarding shaking hands or talking to Pakistani players, then Indian cricketers have to follow it. It is important for players to respect government instructions.

This statement has come at a time when once again there is tension in the cricket relations between India and Pakistan.

Controversy regarding Asia Cup trophy

India won the title by defeating Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final of the Women's Asia Cup, where there was a controversy over receiving the trophy after the match. The Indian women's team did not accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said that this decision was taken after discussion at the board level.

Kapil Dev also spoke on Imran Khan

Kapil Dev also expressed concern over the jail condition of former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan.

He said that he should get humane treatment and proper medical facilities in jail.

For your information, let us tell you that Imran Khan is lodged in Adiala jail since 2023. Questions have been raised from time to time regarding his health and treatment. In August, many former international cricket captains had also appealed to Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to provide better treatment and proper facilities to Imran Khan. Kapil Dev was also involved in this appeal.

It is noteworthy that players should respect government instructions, but it is also important to maintain sportsmanship and mutual respect.

In cricket, it is very important to respect the players of the opposition team on the field, because he deserves as much respect as any other player.