The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) has expressed a desire to host a highly anticipated series between Pakistan and India, if it was to be held at a neutral venue. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Zaka Ashraf will be visiting India early next month to hold discussions on the issue. The UAE has become a second home for Pakistan amid drought of international cricket and expressed hope to host the possible series. “We will love to host the series. We’ve hosted memorable matches between the two countries. We’ve improved our stadiums as per the required standards and are confident that we can hold the series in a befitting manner,” ECB Chief Executive Officer Dilawar Mani was quoted as saying. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), however, seemed reluctant to play in the UAE, with Mani citing financial reasons behind it. “There are no other reasons behind the reluctance other than financial gain. They prefer playing series at home because of that,” he added.
