Babar Azam and Rohit Sharma Former Indian Captain Mohammad Azharuddin expressed concern about the upcoming Indian-Pakistani match in the Asia Cup T20, scheduled for September 14 at the International Stadium in Dubai and quoted the current cross-border tensions between the two nations, including the Pahalgam TerrorThe Asian Cup will be held in UAE from 9 to 28 September, with India and Pakistan to be placed in a group and together with UAE and Oman.“Looking at the current situation in the country we should not play this match. Everyone is aware of the problems we face,” said Azharuddin Ians.“And if we have to play, we should play every sport – not only by choosing and choosing,” he added, referring to the lack of a bilateral series between the two nations since 2012.Azharuddin stressed that while they were his personal opinions, the final decision would consist of higher authorities. “In the end, it is a government that decides whether to play or not. The decision of the board, the government and the BCCI will be final.”“Until the problem is solved, we should not move forward,” he said, suggesting that cricket ties should remain suspended until the political tension is released.“No matter how much we say, in the end, what the government and BCCi want will happen. Whatever I say today, I say it after careful thought and understanding,” Azharuddin concluded.
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The tournament will present 19 matches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while BCCI serves as an official host.Both nations agreed that they would not play on the land until 2027, which leads to the selection of UAE as a neutral place.The Indian campaign begins against the SAE 10 September, with a potential second meeting against Pakistan possible in the Super Four Stage 21. September.Group B includes Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong.Teams will be allowed for a field of 17 members.Despite the absence of bilateral cricket since 2012–2013, India and Pakistan continue to face ICC and ACC tournaments in neutral places.
