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A cloud of uncertainty looms over the Asia Cup match between Pakistan and the UAE in Dubai, leading to a delayed start amidst reports of potential forfeit. The issue stemmed from Pakistan's objection to Andy Pycroft as match referee, despite the ICC clearing him of misconduct. While the UAE team reached the venue on time, the Pakistan team's departure was initially 'stopped'.

The Pakistan Cricket Board is contemplating withdrawing from the Asia Cup due to a dispute over match referee Andy Pycroft following the India-Pakistan match. Pakistan demands Pycroft's removal, accusing him of mishandling the no-handshake incident and Suryakumar Yadav's dedication of the win to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.