MUMBAI – Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan feels that pressure could have a huge effect on Indian players as they embark on their journey to regain the cricket World Cup after 28 years.
“I must say that the Indian media puts huge pressure on the Indian players. It’s difficult for them to play freely. I can understand the kind of pressure that Sachin Tendulkar goes through, it’s unimaginable. Every time I watch something on television, I feel that Sachin must be needing tranquilizers with the kind of expectations that’s there,” Imran told a gathering during an event organised by CNN-IBN.
The event was also attended by former Indian captain Kapil Dev, legendary West Indian Vivian Richards, former Australian captain Allan Border, Pakistan batsman Zaheer Abbas. The others present were former India spinner Maninder Singh, India discard Murali Karthik and member of the 1983 World Cup winning team Kirti Azad.”
Indian media creates a lot of pressure: Imran
