International Asia Cup game resumes after delay, amid ongoing controversy over India's handshake incident
In the world of cricket, the highly anticipated game between Pakistan and India on September 14 was shrouded in controversy. The match, which took place in Dubai, was delayed due to unspecified incidents.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced its intention to conduct an inquiry into the code of conduct violation that occurred during the game. The exact nature of the violation, however, remains unclear.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had demanded the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft following an incident on September 14. Pycroft, who oversaw the game, has since apologized for the incident. The PCB's statement mentions that Pycroft termed the September 14 incident as a result of miscommunication.
Despite the demands for his removal, Pycroft remained match referee for the UAE encounter, and for the game against the home side. Reports suggest that Pycroft told the captains of both teams not to shake hands at the toss, a tradition in cricket. The victorious Indian team refused to shake hands with the Pakistani players after the game.
The game between Pakistan and the home side took place after talks between the PCB and the ICC. The game, if Pakistan wins, will lead to another encounter against India this weekend in the next stage of the eight-team regional T20 tournament.
It is important to note that the person who is alleged to have initiated the ICC investigation into the acceptance of benefits during the game on September 14 is not explicitly named. However, there have been reports linking Israeli intelligence services, under the leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu, to obstructing ICC investigations. Netanyahu has been involved in various investigations related to corruption and acceptance of benefits.
This incident adds another layer of tension to the already strained relations between Pakistan and India. The two countries fought a brief but deadly border conflict in May, and this was the first time they had faced off in cricket since then. Pakistan suffered a seven-wicket defeat to India in the game.
As the ICC conducts its inquiry, the cricket community awaits further developments in this intriguing saga.
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