Indo-Pak series could resume cricket with a bang, says Hogg

Former Australian cricketer Brad Hogg believes a Test series between Pakistan and India could help boost the resumption of cricket which has been brought to a standstill due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Fans around the globe have been waiting for the big contest to happen. Let’s stop the political stuff and bring the people together with a game which is loved by both countries. This series is a winner and it’s got to happen. It will also prove good financially for the ICC and cricket boards,” Hogg said in a video on YouTube.

Hogg was of the view that the series between the arch-rivals should be given preference over the World Test Championship to ignite the interest around the world. “Cricket has been stopped and starved. The viewers want to see competitive cricket. Replace India against Australia five-match series this summer with Ashes,” he said.

“Instead, have a four-match Test series between Pakistan and India. Two matches in India and as many in Pakistan, over the Christmas period,” he said.

Hogg said the series would also end the long-time debate of who is the better cricketer between Babar Azam and Virat Kohli. “Well that will be proven in this series,” he said.