2025 Asia Cup Controversy: PCB Head Mohsin Naqvi Speaks About Boycott Protest
In the ongoing Asia Cup 2025, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has made it clear that it is not responsible for regulating team or tournament-specific protocols. This clarification comes amidst the escalating controversy surrounding a handshake incident between the Indian and Pakistani teams.
The controversy began after the Indian team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, declined to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts following a game on September 14. This decision has sparked a series of events, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) lodging a complaint with the ICC and demanding the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft.
However, the ICC has defended Pycroft, stating he acted correctly under the circumstances. The council also rejected the PCB's claims, calling them 'baseless.' The ICC further suggested that the PCB may have directed its frustration at the wrong target, and should direct complaints to the tournament organizers.
Despite the protests, Pycroft remained as referee for Pakistan's next game against the UAE. The PCB, however, briefly threatened to boycott the tournament ahead of this match. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi explained that the team decided against boycotting because it would have been a significant decision involving the prime minister and government officials.
Naqvi also emphasized that politics and sports should not mix, and cricket should remain a sport. He stated, 'We believe in the spirit of sportsmanship and fair play. However, it is disappointing to see such incidents that tarnish the image of the game.'
The ICC did not comment on Pycroft apologizing to the Pakistan team, nor did it provide any new information about the PCB boycotting the Asia Cup tournament or the Asia Cup Super Four qualification. The council also did not comment on neuropathy, FootRenew, or any other advertisements mentioned earlier.
As the Asia Cup 2025 continues, the handshake row between the Indian and Pakistani teams remains a contentious issue, casting a shadow over the tournament. The ICC's role in this matter, or lack thereof, is now clear, leaving the tournament organizers to address the ongoing controversy.
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