Decision on PCB's Asia Cup participation to be made on Wednesday
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) finds itself in a tense situation, with the final decision on their participation in the Asia Cup set to be made on Wednesday. The ongoing controversy stems from a handshake row and the handling of Sunday's match against India by match referee Andy Pycroft.
The PCB has suspended a top official and called for action against Pycroft, alleging that his handling of the match has led to the current predicament. The International Cricket Council (ICC), however, has reportedly rejected the PCB's appeal to remove Pycroft from the ongoing Asia Cup.
The team cancelled their scheduled press conference on Tuesday due to the ongoing fallout from the handshake controversy following their loss to India. Despite the turmoil, Pakistan's training session at the Dubai Stadium proceeded as planned on Tuesday.
The PCB's decision regarding their participation in the Asia Cup will be made in line with national interest. If they decide to participate, they will face a must-win match against the UAE on Wednesday evening. This match could potentially lead to a rematch with India in the Super Four stage on September 21 in Dubai.
Ricky Ponting, who is not involved in the ongoing controversy, has denied any viral remarks related to the handshake controversy. Jai Rai, another name that has surfaced in the current package, remains to be a news item in the ongoing saga.
As the Asia Cup continues, the focus remains on the PCB's decision and the potential impact it may have on the tournament. Stay tuned for updates.
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