NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh has criticised Pakistani cricket legends for their lack of involvement in nurturing and developing the country’s youth cricket setup after the hosts’ early exit from the Champions Trophy 2025.
He highlighted the stark contrast between the retired Indian and Pakistani cricketers, with the former actively contributing to the growth of the sport in India, while the latter seemingly prioritise financial gains over the nation’s cricketing interests.
“The problem with Pakistan is that all the retired players like Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis or Inzamam-ul-Haq, I respect them a lot but what’s wrong is wrong. The difference between India and Pakistan is that players like Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Yuvraj Singh have all helped in developing future Indian players,” Yograj told IANS.
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“I love my country which is also why I was ready to sacrifice my son, who had cancer, but they don’t hold the same passion. They compare themselves with India but don’t love their country enough to say ‘We have earned enough money’ and start training the younger generations.
“Imran Khan set the platform for all of these players but they don’t have the decency to go and meet him in jail. They are the kind of people who sit and hurl abuses at their country for money.”
He expressed his willingness to offer his services as a coach to the Pakistan national team, provided he receives approval from the Indian government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
“We used to be together 75 years back, we were separated but love does not disappear. Any team that is on the downfall I will be more than happy to provide my services. If Pakistan does make an offer, and the government and BCCI approve, only then will I take on the role,” he added.