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Pakistan have cancelled its pre-match press conference before their Asia Cup Super Four clash against India, marking the second consecutive time they've skipped media duties. This follows a dispute with match referee Andy Pycroft over a handshake controversy during their previous encounter. The PCB's request to remove Pycroft was rejected, leading to heightened tensions and potential ICC action against Pakistan.

Amidst heightened tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, former cricketer and current Sports Minister Manoj Tiwary has announced his boycott of the upcoming India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match. Citing numerous past terrorist attacks, Tiwary emphasized that human lives are more important than sports.

On the eve of India's Asia Cup clash with Pakistan, India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, who hails from the Netherlands, discovered how India vs Pakistan begins long before the first ball, and why cricket is never just about cricket.

The highly anticipated India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash is set for September 14 in Dubai, amidst political tensions and initial ticket sale concerns. Shoaib Akhtar dismisses unsold ticket rumors, anticipating a packed stadium due to heightened emotions. Both teams began their campaigns strongly, with Pakistan defeating Oman convincingly and India dominating UAE.