Recently, Umar Akmal, the cricketer who had been sidelined from the sport, had a significant encounter with three-time former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif at his London residence. Following their meeting on Friday, Akmal expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to meet with the head of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN).
Umar Akmal speaks to the press
In his statement to the media, Akmal shared, “I am thankful to him [Nawaz Sharif] for taking out time for me. It’s an honor for me. I have made a request to him, I am hopeful that my request would be taken up.”
While Akmal chose not to divulge the nature of his request, he exhibited confidence in Nawaz Sharif’s potential to contribute to the advancement of cricket in Pakistan.
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The encounter has stirred curiosity within both the cricketing and political circles, prompting speculation about potential collaborations or endeavors that could potentially impact the future of cricket in the country.
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