Akhtar says Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha’s decision to avoid the ceremony was understandable
Mohsin Naqvi said, “For me, there is nothing more important than my country"
PCB said Pycroft’s decision to prevent the captains from shaking hands at the toss undermined the spirit of the game.
Pakistan team manager confronted Pycroft, telling him the conduct went against the spirit of the game.
Yadav had also avoided shaking hands with Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha earlier during the toss.
Saim Ayub was Pakistan’s only wicket-taker, claiming all three Indian scalps for 35 runs.
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha, after winning the toss, decided to bat first.
He also credited white-ball head coach Mike Hesson for innovative use of resources, including Saim Ayub’s surprising role as a regular bowler.
Despite the match being just hours away, Indian media continues to stir controversy, with reports suggesting that anti-match rhetoric remains widespread.
Match will be played at Dubai Cricket Stadium
Pakistan will take on India today.
The match will be played today at 7.30pm.
Pakistan-India face off today
'September is one of the hottest months in this part of the world, with high temperatures and extreme humidity, making it difficult to be outdoors even in the evenings'
'We are fully conscious of the emotions and intensity surrounding this game'
'So we cannot boycott the multinational tournament because if we boycott this tournament, that will bring a lot of negativity for all our future endeavours of hosting any multinational tournament in the country'
Fans have been urged to arrive at least three hours before kick-off, verify tickets before entry, and avoid multiple entries with the same pass
Enjoy, it's a game of cricket, says Akram
The owner surprised his employees by gifting them 700 free tickets for various Asia Cup matches.
The much-anticipated clash between the two cricketing giants is scheduled for Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium
The World Championships open on Saturday, with the men’s javelin final scheduled for September 18
The high voltage encounter will take place this Sunday
A high-voltage India–Pakistan clash is scheduled for September 14 in Dubai
He represented Pakistan in one Test, 17 ODIs and 16 T20Is between 2013 and 2019
The 20-year-old fired eight birdies and an eagle in a stunning first-round 61 to grab the lead
Sri Lanka to tour Pakistan in November
Afghanistan was bowled out for just 66 runs
Series will start in Nov when Pakistan will take on Afghanistan
Test series will begin in October
No date or location was given for the bout.
