Date:18/04/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/04/18/stories/2008041856421900.htm

Sport - Cricket

WICB rejects Pakistan’s invite

Karachi: Pakistan Cricket Board’s effort to hold a home series received another jolt with the West Indies refusing to accept an invitation to play a few one-day matches.

After being snubbed by Australia, India and Sri Lanka for security and other reasons, the PCB has now been told by the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) that it can’t undertake a tour in August due to prior engagements.

The PCB had invited the West Indies and New Zealand to play three-match ODI series in August to give its team some practice before the Champions Trophy in September. — PTI