Asia Cup 2023 Deadlock Continues as PCB Sends SOS to ICC
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sent an urgent plea to the International Cricket Council (ICC) in the midst of a prolonged deadlock over the Asia Cup 2023. The PCB is asking the ICC to compel the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to accept the hybrid model proposed by Pakistan. Should the BCCI not accept the model, the PCB has threatened to boycott the tournament. Despite this, the BCCI is adamant that Pakistan will still participate in the Asia Cup.
ICC Top Brass Visit Pakistan for Discussions
Recently, the President of the ICC, Greg Barclay, and CEO Geoff Allardice, visited Pakistan to discuss the Asia Cup dispute with PCB Chairman Najam Sethi. The ICC is concerned with the tense relations between India and Pakistan, as both countries are scheduled to host separate ICC events in 2023 and 2025.
Potential Impact of Pakistan Boycotting Asia Cup 2023
If Pakistan were to withdraw from the Asia Cup, it could have a huge negative effect on the World Cup 2023. Pakistan could choose to not play in India, which could potentially lead to further talks on the matter.
Conclusion
The Asia Cup 2023 deadlock continues to be a point of contention between the PCB and BCCI, with the ICC being called in to mediate the dispute. With Pakistan threatening to boycott the tournament if its proposed hybrid model is not accepted, the ICC is tasked with finding a solution that is satisfactory to both sides. The potential impact of Pakistan’s withdrawal from the Asia Cup could be significant, especially for the World Cup 2023.