The deadly terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 worsened tensions between India and Pakistan. In response, the Indian Army launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. The BCCI, hosts of the Asia Cup, reportedly decided to boycott the tournament due to political tensions.
The tournament is set to begin in September, with the India-Pakistan match scheduled for September 14. The announcement sparked backlash online, with critics accusing the BCCI of ignoring public sentiment and calling for a boycott.
Indian Government Unlikely to Approve Team’s Participation in the tournament
India Today Sports Consulting Editor Nikhil Naz expressed skepticism about India’s participation in the upcoming Asia Cup despite the fixture announcement. Naz added that political tensions could still prevent the Indian government from allowing the national team to compete in the event.
Have a feeling we may not have heard the last on Asia Cup. Fixtures may have been announced but, in the current political climate, doubt if the Indian govt will allow the national team to play a tournament featuring Pakistan.
— Nikhil Naz (@NikhilNaz) July 27, 2025
India enters the upcoming tournament as the reigning champions, having clinched the 2023 title with a win over Sri Lanka. However, Sri Lanka emerged victorious by defeating Pakistan in the 2022 final, the last time the tournament was played in the T20 format.
Mohammad Azharuddin Slams BCCI’s Double Standards After Schedule Announcement
"I always say that everything should happen, or if it does not happen, then it should not happen at all. If you're not playing bilateral matches, then you shouldn't play international events too, that's what I believe. But whatever the government and the board decide will happen..." Azharuddin said.
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