In a recent interview, former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir said that he does not believe in friendly relations between cricketers from India and Pakistan. He said that the two countries have a long history of conflict and that cricket should not be used to promote peace. Shahid Afridi, a former Pakistani cricketer, responded to Gambhir’s comments by saying that he does not subscribe to his school of thought. Afridi said that he believes that cricketers should be ambassadors of peace and that they should send out a message of love and respect, even though there is aggression on the field.Afridi also said that he does not think that it is necessary for cricketers to be enemies off the field. He said that they can be friends and still represent their countries with pride.The ongoing rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of the most intense in international cricket. The two countries have only played each other a handful of times since the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, and the matches are always highly anticipated.Gambhir’s comments have sparked a debate about the role of cricket in promoting peace between India and Pakistan. Some people believe that cricket can be a force for good, while others believe that it is simply a game and should not be used to address political issues.It is important to note that both Afridi and Gambhir are entitled to their own opinions. However, it is also important to remember that cricket is a sport that is supposed to unite people, not divide them.
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