The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that it will not withdraw from the much-anticipated Asia Cup match against Pakistan, affirming that the fixture will proceed as per the official schedule.
Indian media reported that the BCCI reiterated its commitment to the tournament, highlighting that all arrangements were finalized during a recent Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting. The Asia Cup schedule was only released after receiving clearance from the Indian government, eliminating any possibility of changes at this stage.
Sources revealed that a high-level meeting was convened to assess the situation, and it was unanimously agreed to uphold the original match schedule.
The BCCI also emphasized that sports should be kept separate from politics, stressing that India-Pakistan cricket matches are crucial for the promotion and growth of the game in the region. With fans around the world eagerly awaiting the high-stakes clash, the confirmation has reinforced confidence that the match will take place on time.
The Asia Cup schedule, officially announced on Sunday, states that the tournament will begin on September 9. Pakistan and India are scheduled to face off in the group stage on September 14 and could potentially meet up to three times during the competition.
