“It is mere speculation, no basis for those comments,” an International Cricket Council spokesman said on Wednesday. “It is two-and-a half years before the tournament. It is not an issue at this point in time and we look forward to a fantastic event,” the spokesman was quoted as saying.
While acknowledging that the issue of security was paramount, he added, “The ICC also recognises the fact that cricket has the ability to build bridges.
“When India toured Pakistan in 2004 after (almost) 15 years, look at the positive impact it had.”
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