Aussie journeyman misses Pakistan

Published November 1, 2014

ABU DHABI: The man regarded as Australia’s foremost cricket fan has spoken of how he misses trips to Pakistan and wants to see the country back on the international circuit.

Luke Gallian, who believes he is the only fan who has wat­c­hed cricket in every Test-playing country, has been a com­mon sight at Australia’s ga­m­es for the past two decades.

He said despite some “sca­ry” moments in Pakistan, he wants to see cricket there again.

“I can go to Pakistan tomorrow,” the 44-year-old said during Pakistan’s series against Australia in the UAE, where they play their home matches.

“I wanted to take tours three times but every time there was unrest and we had to cancel the tour, but I am sure the day is not far when we can go there again.

“I feel for Pakistan spectators.”

Published in Dawn, November 1st, 2014

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