Asia Cup 2023 Likely To Be Played Without Pakistan
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is playing hardball, and as a result, it appears that the 2023 Asia Cup is set to be played without Pakistan. Despite the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) managing to convince other Asian nations, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, who is also the head of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), is preparing plans for the tournament to take place without Babar Azam & Co. The final decision is expected this week.
BCCI Vetoing PCB Efforts
The BCCI has strong ties with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), and is using this connection to veto the PCB’s efforts. At the next ACC meeting, the PCB chief Najam Sethi will be informed that there is no chance of the tournament being hosted in Pakistan. Furthermore, the BCCI is planning to take the issue to the International Cricket Council (ICC) in order to have the Champions Trophy shifted out of Pakistan as well. As of now, Sri Lanka is likely to host the Asia Cup.
Conclusion
The current situation indicates that the 2023 Asia Cup is going to take place without Pakistan, as the BCCI is playing hardball and standing firm in their decision. The final word is expected this week, with Sri Lanka looking to be the most likely host nation. Follow India vs Pakistan Cricket LIVE Updates on InsideSport.IN for more information.