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‘Why do Boycott WCL but Pakistan play in Asia Cup?’ Cricket news

Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has debated India’s decision to attend the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, questioning the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) just a day after the release of tournament schedule.Taking it on social media, Kaneria wrote: “Indian players boycotted WCL and called it a national duty. But now the Asia Cup vs Pakistan is fine? If cricket is fine with Pakistan, then there should have been WCL. WCL should have also been there. When you suit it, stop using patriotism. Do not let the game play.”

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Kaneria’s comment references India’s return from a match against Pakistan during the World Championship of Legends (WCL) in July. Indian side – retired cricketers faced – had chosen citing national spirit.Now, India and Pakistan are scheduled to meet in a group stage of Asia Cup on 14 September, questions have been raised about the continuity of India’s attitude on cricketing relations with Pakistan.

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In the United Arab Emirates from 9 to 28 September, the Asia Cup, 2026 men’s T20 World Cup will be played in the T20I format. For the first time, the tournament will have eight teams. Group A includes India, Pakistan, UAE and Oman, while Group B consists of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. India will face UAE and Oman on September 10 and 19 respectively.

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Depending on the results, India and Pakistan can hit the Super Four again and potentially in the final on 28 September.ACC president Mohsin Naqvi said, “Hosting the ACC Mains T20 Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE allows Asia’s fans to come together in a setting that reflects the incredible variety of our region.” “When the crowd gathers to see the unforgettable clashes of the tournament, it will be a great reminder of the power of cricket for the construction of bridges.”

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