(Sports Correspondent:Imran Sohail)
PCB Lodges Complaint with ICC Over Asia Cup Match Referee’s Conduct
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has formally lodged a complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the conduct of the match referee during Sunday’s high-profile Asia Cup 2025 clash between Pakistan and India.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the development in a statement on social media platform X, saying:
“The PCB has lodged a complaint with the ICC regarding violations by the Match Referee of the ICC Code of Conduct and the MCC Laws pertaining to the Spirit of Cricket. The PCB has demanded an immediate removal of the match referee from the Asia Cup.”
The complaint targets referee Andy Pycroft, who is accused of alleged breaches related to the “Spirit of Cricket” during the Pakistan vs. India encounter.
India Defeat Pakistan in Asia Cup Match
On the field, India secured a convincing seven-wicket victory, driven by a strong spin attack led by Kuldeep Yadav.
The fixture carried added significance as it was the first meeting between Pakistan and India in an ICC event since May, following years of limited cricketing ties.
Despite political tensions and calls to boycott the contest, the match went ahead, marking another heated chapter in one of the most watched rivalries in world cricket.
Background
Pakistan and India have not engaged in a bilateral cricket series since 2008, following the tragic events of the Mumbai attacks. Since then, their encounters have been restricted to ICC tournaments and multi-nation events, adding intensity and scrutiny to every clash.
✅ Key Takeaway: The PCB’s complaint adds a fresh controversy to the Asia Cup, while cricket fans remain focused on the tournament’s upcoming matches and the performances on the field.
