Gen Zia-ul-Haq

Gen Zia-ul-Haq was the sixth President of Pakistan, who ruled from 1978 until his death in 1988. His regime was marked by political instability and significant changes in Pakistan's governance, including the imposition of martial law. Zia's rule coincided with the resumption of cricketing ties between India and Pakistan, which had been suspended for 17 years, and his leadership played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape that allowed for the return of cricketing diplomacy between the two nations.