Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan met Pakistan squad for the ICC World Cup 2019 which called on him at his Bani Gala residence on Friday.
The Prime Minister, who had led Pakistan to its maiden WorldCup victory in 1992, gave the team tips for World Cup success.
The meeting comes a day after the squad for the World Cup2019 was announced. The tournament will commence on May 30 with a One DayInternational between England and South Africa.
Prime Minister Imran Khan spent over an hour impartingadvice to the cricket team and sharing his experiences with them.
“A champion steps onto the pitch armed with passion and aplan. Team spirit is a key part of the victory,” he told the team, according tohis spokesperson.
“With your skills, sportsman spirit and your conduct, bring gloryto Pakistan’s name,” he said.
He offered encouragement to the players and expressed hopethat they would be victorious in the World Cup.
“The entire nation’s prayers are with you […] Representingthe country at an international forum is a big honour. You are ambassadors ofthe nation and the people’s eyes are on you, and their hopes rest with you,” hesaid.
The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf tweeted that preparations for the World Cup were also discussed during the meeting. Agencies