"We are taking no risks now and we are keeping a close watch on the team for the semi-final because we don't want any more spot-fixing scandals," Malik told reporters.
Former captain Imran Khan told Indian television channels he was appalled by what Malik had said before such an important match.
"I just hope he didn't mean what he said as it is not good for the team," Imran said.
Malik said that the authorities would keep a close watch on the semi-final on Wednesday to ensure no fixing took place.
"After the spot-fixing scandal we are taking no risks at all. But we are also satisfied that the present team members are also aware of the damage already caused to Pakistan cricket by the scandal and are clean," Malik said.
Malik said the government was aware of the importance of the semi-final and were satisfied with the security being provided for the Pakistani players in India. Shahid Afridi complained to PM about a controversial statement made by Interior Minister Abdul Rehman Malik on media.
Also, the Premier Gilani extended all the best wishes for national side’s triumph in World Cup semifinal against India.
Upon skipper’s complaint, PM Gilani urged minister to explain his statement to cricket team.
Later, Abdul Rehman Malik, ringed captain Afridi and expressed excuse over his statement relating to spot-fixing on media.
According to government’s statement, the Premier, concluding the discussion, said to Afridi that he would go to Mohali cricket stadium in person to encourage and express solidarity with national cricket team.
