As the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 draws closer, captain Mohammad Haris has revealed that discussing India in the team's dressing room is strictly prohibited. This statement has sparked curiosity and gained attention as the two countries have a history of intense sporting rivalries. While their rivalry often spills onto the field, Haris assures that Pakistan is focusing on all their opponents, including India, with equal importance.
In the highly anticipated T20 format of the Emerging Teams Asia Cup, Pakistan has once again emerged victorious over their arch-rivals India in the final. This marks their fifth consecutive win at the tournament, previously held in the 50-over format. The next edition, to be held in Oman, will see eight teams battle it out, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan. The Indian squad, led by 21-year-old Tilak Varma, also features well-known IPL players, showcasing the potential for young stars to shine on the big stage.
According to sources, the Indian Cricket team will not travel to Pakistan in 2025 for the ICC Champions Trophy. Instead, they will ask the ICC to hold the matches in Dubai or Sri Lanka. The last time India played in Pakistan was in 2012-2013, and since then, they have only faced each other in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup. The decision comes amidst tensions between the two nations, and the BCCI Vice-President has stated they will follow the instructions of the Government of India.
The Indian cricket team is unlikely to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy, and instead the Indian cricket board (BCCI) will ask the International Cricket Council (ICC) to host matches in Dubai or Sri Lanka. Since 2008, India has not played any cricket tournaments in Pakistan due to tense relationships between the two nations. The BCCI source also mentioned that India will not participate in the upcoming event, and will request for matches to be held in countries outside of Pakistan. This decision comes after similar situations during the Asia Cup last year, which saw India's matches against Pakistan take place in Sri Lanka.