That sports and politics are inextricably intertwined with each other is an undeniable fact (Editorial, Sept.4). With sporting events, especially cricket, between India and Pakistan being looked at through the prism of nationalism, it is difficult to keep the overwhelming element of jingoism at bay.
However, a revival of the India-Pakistan cricket series might well help in defusing tensions in the subcontinent if not fashion a dramatic turnaround in bilateral relations. Let us open up all avenues in order to give peace a chance. Cricket diplomacy may usher in a cessation of hostilities along the border as also create a conducive atmosphere for resuming stalled negotiations.
P.K. Varadarajan,Chennai
