Pakistani cricket TV show
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The Pavilion is a Pakistani cricket TV show broadcast on A Sports since 2021. It airs primarily during major cricket tournaments and features a panel of former Pakistani cricketers, including Wasim Akram, Moin Khan, Shoaib Malik, and Misbah-ul-Haq, who share anecdotes about the sport.
The Pavilion has been particularly noted for its straightforward analysis and the absence of jingoism, making it a significant contributor to cricket-related discourse in the region.
Cast
Host
Analysts
Reception
The show has gained unexpected popularity in India, attracting attention from cricketers Kapil Dev and Sourav Ganguly, and journalist Rajdeep Sardesai. Its format, which includes discussions in English, Urdu, and Punjabi, has facilitated its accessibility and appeal to a broader audience. Comparisons have been made between its cross-border success and that of Coke Studio, a Pakistani music program with a significant Indian following.
References
- ^ "The Pavilion: The Pakistani cricket show that charmed Indians in 2023". 31 December 2023 – via BBC News.
- ^ "Hit Pakistani cricket show wins hearts in India". Arab News. 17 November 2023.
- ^ "This World Cup's sleeper hit: The Pavilion, a simple, informal show from Pakistan". Indian Express. 17 November 2023.
- ^ "The Pavilion: Hit Pakistani cricket show wins hearts in India". Gulf News. 17 November 2023.
- ^ "'The Pavilion': Indians Can't Stop Talking About Pakistan Cricket Show During ICC World Cup 2023". News18. 10 November 2023.