SRINAGAR, (PTK): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has called on the International Cricket Council amid the fallout from the suicide attack in Pulwama.
At least 44 CRPF men were killed in the attack.
India and Pakistan are scheduled to meet on 16 June in an ICC Cricket World Cup group match in Manchester.
“In view of the… attack, the BCCI fears for the safety and security of players and match officials participating in upcoming ICC events, including the World Cup,” a statement read BBC sport reported.
“Most countries from which the members of the ICC hail have strongly condemned this attack and expressed solidarity with India.
“The BCCI urges the cricketing community to sever ties with countries from which terrorism emanates.”
The attack has sparked anger and anti-Pakistan protests across India, although Pakistan has denied any involvement. (PTK)
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