Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar on Wednesday proposed a made-for-television three-match ODI series against arch-rivals India to raise funds for the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic in both the countries.

The two nations have not played a full-series since 2007 due to the terrorist attacks on India by Pakistan-based outfits and the resultant diplomatic tension. They only play each other in ICC events and Asia Cup.

“In this time of crisis, I want to propose a three-match series, in which for the first time, the people of neither country would be upset at the outcome of the game,” said Akhtar.

“If Virat (Kohli) scores a hundred, we will be happy, if Babar Azam scores a hundred, you will be happy. Both teams will be winners irrespective of whatever happens on the field,” he said.

Akhtar said the matches could be a closed-door affair. “It can be a TV only affair. Since everyone will be watching at home, you are bound to get massive viewership for the games. For the first time, both countries will play for each other. And whatever funds are generated through this can be donated equally to the government of India and Pakistan to fight this pandemic,” said the 44-year-old.