Pakistani-born Australian batsman Usman Khawaja says the Australian team has no reason not to go to Pakistan because it is a safe place to play cricket.
According to ESPN Cricket Info, the Australian cricketer said, "I think it is very easy for players and organizations not to say Pakistan, because it is Pakistan."
He added that he could also refuse to play on the issue of Bangladesh.
But no one will stop playing in India if India is facing a similar situation."
"We all know that money speaks for itself," he said. ‘
He further said that Pakistan has proved that it is a safe country for cricket by organizing tournaments over time.
"I don't think there's a reason we shouldn't go there."
Usman Khawaja's statement came at a time when the New Zealand and England teams have canceled their tours citing security reasons.
Australia is scheduled to visit Pakistan in February and March next year, but dates for the series are yet to be set.
Usman Khawaja said that his close friend and Australian all-rounder Ben Cutting has visited Pakistan many times in recent years and he felt very safe in Pakistan.
"There is a lot of security. I've heard that people feel safe there. "
