ACB to monitor situation in Pakistan ahead of August tour
The Australian Cricket Board (ACB) today expressed concern following a bomb blast outside the New Zealand cricket team's hotel in the Pakistani city of Karachi, which forced the governing body of cricket in New Zealand to abandon its tour of the
- a pre-tour inspection in conjunction with Australian Cricketers' Association;
- on-going discussions with the home cricket board;
- discussions with the Australian High Commissioner in Pakistan;
- discussions with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for expert opinion on any risks posed to Australian players; and
- advice from the ACB's own international security experts.