Akram seeks three-season deal (12 November 1998)

12 November 1998

Akram seeks three-season deal

The Christchurch Press

If star Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram comes to play for Canterbury it could be a three-season deal, not just a one-off.

Akram is negotiating with Canterbury Cricket over the possibility of playing in the Shell Cup one-day series from late December to early February.

Canterbury Cricket's chief executive Tony Murdoch said Akram had fond memories of his visits to Christchurch where he first toured in 1984-85, and then led Pakistan to a test victory in late 1995.

"He is very keen to come over for several seasons, not just a snatch-and-grab visit."

Murdoch said Akram was keen to work with Canterbury's pace bowlers, and also make public appearances.

However, Murdoch said there was a still a gap between the two parties over finalising a deal which had to be negotiated through.

Source :: The Christchurch Press (https://www.press.co.nz/)