The uncertainty over India's tour of Pakistan grew on Wednesday with some senior Indian cricketers expressing apprehension over the tour due to security reasons.
"We can't say much about the situation in Pakistan but given the reports, we are certainly concerned about the security there...
"We are very happy. He has represented the country with distinction, and deserves the honour," Sharad Pawar, the BCCI president, said. "His exemplary leadership and demeanour under pressure, especially in the Twenty20 World Cup and the tri-series in Australia, has made him an ideal role model...