Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has sparked controversy by calling for the Asia Cup 2025 to be moved from India. Ali’s comments come after India was awarded the hosting rights for the tournament, sparking concerns about Pakistan’s participation.
Ali criticized Jay Shah, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary, accusing him of strategically complicating Pakistan’s participation in future cricket events. He suggested that Pakistan might refuse to travel to India for the Asia Cup if the BCCI does not agree to send its team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025.
Ali’s comments highlight the ongoing tensions between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the BCCI. Pakistan has firmly opposed relocating any Champions Trophy 2025 games, while the BCCI has yet to make an official statement regarding India’s plans to travel to Pakistan.
The situation has raised concerns about the future of cricket in the region, with some experts warning that the dispute could lead to a boycott of the T20 World Cup. Ali’s call to move the Asia Cup 2025 from India has added fuel to the fire, with many questioning the feasibility of hosting the tournament in India given the current tensions.
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