KARACHI: The complete lack of live action due to the COVID-19 pandemic is a “good break” for modern cricketers spending most of their time on the road, feels legendary Pakistan batsman Zaheer Aabbas. The international calendar, in his playing days, was not as crammed as it is today. “I think it is a good break for them. They always live on suitcases, play too much cricket, and rarely get time to be at home. Now they have got a chance to spend time with family,” Abbas was quoted as saying Thursday. “I would suggest them to introspect, keep working on fitness and do whatever they were not able to because of their busy schedule. It will also keep them refreshed for the future,” added the former skipper. Sporting activities across the world have come to a standstill owing to the novel coronavirus outbreak with most events either cancelled or postponed, including the Tokyo Olympics. Abbas called the situation unprecedented. “Life without any live sports is dull, but health is the most important thing at this point. It is an unprecedented situation. I haven’t seen in my lifetime the whole world coming to a standstill.” It’s going to affect every country, every field and sport is no exception. Abbas was supposed to be with his wife in London, but got stuck in Karachi due to the travel ban.
Zaheer says coronavirus pandemic ‘good break’ for cricketers
Published on: April 10, 2020 5:02 AM