Pandemic unwanted but 'good break' for cricketers, feels Zaheer Abbas

The complete lack of live action due to the COVID-19 pandemic is a "good break" for modern cricketers spending most of their time on the road, feels legendary Pakistan batsman Zaheer Aabbas.

The international calendar, in his playing days, was not as crammed as it is today.

"I think it is a good break for them. They always live on suitcases, play too much cricket, and rarely get time to be at home. Now they have got a chance to spend time with family," Abbas told PTI Bhasha from Karachi.

"I would suggest them to introspect, keep working on fitness and do whatever they were not able to because of their busy schedule. It will also keep them refreshed for the future," added the former skipper.

Sporting activities across the world have come to a standstill owing to the novel coronavirus outbreak with most events either cancelled or postponed, including the Tokyo Olympics.

Over 14 lakh people have tested positive for the virus, which originated
"Pakistan team was scheduled to tour England and I was looking forward to watch matches as we have a home near Lords, but suddenly the whole scenario has changed. All plans have been cancelled."
"Now most of the time I watch TV, old matches, movies and talk to friends all over the world. It has been 15 days since the lockdown began in Pakistan but I think it will be extended."