New Delhi, Sep 8 (UNI) Represented by seven different countries of the world, the ICC World XI have started preparations for the historic tour of Pakistan with a two-day camp at Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium.
The ICC World XI led by South African star player Faf du Plessis will be arriving in Lahore on September 11 for the series which will be broadcast live and exclusive on DSPORT.
On the other hand, the Pakistan team have also begun preparations for the tour at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Former Pakistan cricket captain Rameez Raja, quipped on the occasion, "It is a great occasion for the home fans. We have taken baby steps with this first initiative and we know that giant steps for international cricket in Pakistan will obviously follow after this historic ICC World XI visit. I would specially like to thank the ICC World XI players who have agreed for this tour. We are a very strong cricket fraternity and I am really happy that the game has won again." Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik commentedon the tour, "It is a great gesture. I am grateful to the World XI team who are helping bring back international cricket to the country." The series will be broadcast live and exclusive on DSPORT. Match Schedule: Match 1: Tuesday, September 12, 7:30PM IST Match 2: Wednesday, September 13, 7:30 PM IST Match 3: Friday, September 15, 7:30 PM IST UNI RSD SHK 1822