But it seems that the Men in Green are not ready to play anymore in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 after the International Cricket Council (ICC) refused to remove the match referee, Andy Pycroft, over the handshake controversy, which erupted during India’s seven-wicket victory in Dubai.
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However, the players continue their practice sessions in Dubai, but their Group A match against the UAE is under serious threat. It is being said that the PCB will announce a final decision on whether the team will boycott the tournament soon.
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PCB furious after ICC rejects their demand to remove Andy Pycroft
Pakistan’s sudden cancellation of their pre-match press conference comes in the wake of escalating tensions following their controversial defeat to India in the earlier group-stage clash. The team and officials are reportedly furious over the handling of the high-profile game in Dubai.
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Pakistan’s boycott could hand the UAE a direct spot in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four!
However, if Pakistan boycotts the UAE match, it will put their Super Four chances in jeopardy. This will offer the UAE two points, and they would qualify for the Super Four round even without any fight. The UAE recently crushed Oman in their group match to keep them alive in the event.
Notably, Sri Lanka from Group B and India from Group A have already qualified for the Super Fours. Now, the UAE, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan are in the race for the last two spots, with Oman and Hong Kong, China, eliminated from the ongoing Asia Cup 2025.
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