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Independence Day Special: As India celebrates 76 years of independence, here is a look at cricketers who played for both India and Pakistan after the 1947 division.
The British, who only governed it for more than 200 years, separated the nation into two 76 years ago. Families were split up, and many people died, but Pakistan, a nation founded by independent India, as well as India itself, gained its independence. Since then, there has been a love-hate connection between the two countries in many spheres of life, including politics, culture, society, and sports.
Cricket between the two countries had totally ended as a result of the events of September 11, 2001, and the attacks in 2016. There haven’t been any bilateral matches since 2013, and these teams now only ever meet in continental or international competitions. For many years to come, it will still be the sporting event that people look forward to and watch the most.
It’s interesting to note that just a few players have represented both Pakistan and India. While many cricket players have represented nations other than their own in the past and in the present, due to a multitude of variables, the number is quite low for India and Pakistan. Here are the three in order:
Amir Elahi Cricketers
Amir Elahi was a talent of his period with an average of 25, capturing 506 wickets in 119 matches. Elahi participated in six Test matches starting in 1947. He began his career as a medium pacer but eventually shifted to leg breaks. Elahi played in five additional games for Pakistan in 1952–1953, after making his Indian debut in Sydney in 1947.
Abdul Hafeez Kardar Cricketers
Abdul Hafeez Kardar, who is frequently referred to as the “Father of Pakistan Cricket,” played a significant role in cricket during Pakistan’s time of independence. Kardar played 23 games for Pakistan before taking part in three Test matches for India. He is a left-handed batsman whose signature move is to get on the bowler and send the ball over his head. After being selected as Pakistan’s captain in 1952, Kardar made his debut the following year against India
Gul Mohammad Cricketers
Left-handed batsman Gul Mohammad played in a few matches against Don Bradman in 1947–1948 before making his final appearance for Pakistan against Australia in Karachi in 1956. After that, between 1946 and 1955, he participated in eight Test matches for India. Gul Mohammad is recognized as a cricket official in addition to his status as a cricket player.