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Pakistan brushed aside the UAE by 41 runs to storm into the Super Four, setting up a blockbuster rematch against arch-rivals India on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium.

The match started an hour late as Pakistan threatened a pull-out after the handshake fiasco during the previous game against India before Salman Agha's team climbed down and showed up for the game.

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 Asia Cup 2025 group stage intensifies as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan vie for Super 4 spots from Group B. Bangladesh's fate hinges on Afghanistan's clash with Sri Lanka, a virtual knockout. In Group A, India advances, while Pakistan and UAE face a decisive match for the remaining spot, promising high-stakes drama.

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.