Abstract :
Pakistan and India, the most important states of Asian region, have been in
constant state of conflict since their inception in 1947. Both the states, once part of
British sub-continent, had severe clashes with each other over the difference of
opinion on religion, social norms, cliché and life styles. Both the countries have
undergone hostile relationships. The turmoil was observed on social political and
economic aspects. However, masses of both the states possess and feel equal
sentiments for cricket that has become a victim of long lasting political venom and
weak diplomatic ties between the two. It’s been ages Indian cricket team has
visited Pakistan for any tournament and whenever both the teams have played
against each other anywhere in the world, frenzy, amusement, passion and vigor
was observed. This study aims at analyzing and evaluating the factors hindering
the sports of both the countries and depriving its masses from interacting with each
other. The nature and typology of the conflict is intangible political conflict. A
conflict progression model or nested model is applied to make an attempt to
resolve the conflict. Primary as well as secondary research was carried out to
examine the role of Pakistan Cricket Board in resuming Indo-Pak cricket, the way
forward they have adopted and role of government in reshaping sports activities.
Semi-structured Interviews were conducted from PCB officials to have an insight
on the ongoing status of dialogue between the cricket boards of both the countries.
It can be concluded from the research that Indo-Pak cricket conflict is outgrowth
of rigidity and failure of diplomatic relations between the two states. If the
governments adopt the recommended peace plan that includes the participation of
higher leadership, middle level leadership and leadership at grass root levels, only
then the issue can be transformed and can be put forward for resolution. This
attempt can result in socio-political and economic prosperity of the region along
with strengthening the sports between both the states
Keyword :
Conflict Resolution, Political Conflict, Nested Model, Peace Plan, Indo-Pak Cricket