Good News for Pakistani Cricket Fans: Asia Cup 2023 Deadlock Coming to an End
Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) hybrid model has been approved, and Pakistani fans can expect four games to be hosted at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The remaining matches, including the India vs Pakistan finale, will take place in Sri Lanka. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is relieved at the resolution of the BCCI vs PCB rift, and Pakistan now has no qualms about participating in the World Cup 2023 in India.
Pakistan to Host Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan
According to a PTI report, Pakistan will be hosting Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in the Asia Cup. PCB Chief Najam Sethi had previously threatened to boycott the Asia Cup and World Cup if Asian Cricket Council Chief Jay Shah, who is also the BCCI Secretary, did not approve Pakistan as a partial host.
India Refuses to Participate
India has refused to take part in the Asia Cup, leaving the PCB with no other choice but to abandon it.
Conclusion
The deadlock in the Asia Cup 2023 is finally coming to a close, with Pakistan receiving approval to host four games in the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. With the BCCI vs PCB rift temporarily ending, Pakistan can now participate in the World Cup 2023 in India without any qualms. The remaining matches, including the India vs Pakistan finale, will take place in Sri Lanka.