Ending months of speculation, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi officially announced the Asia Cup 2025 schedule. The tournament is set to be held in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September 28.
According to the schedule, the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan match will take place on September 14, igniting the fiercest rivalry in world cricket on a Sunday evening. Both nations have been placed in the same group, and depending on the outcomes, they may face each other up to three times during the tournament.
However, the confirmation has not been received well by the public. Many fans took to social media to criticize the BCCI for agreeing to participate, especially in light of the recent Pahalgam terror attack that claimed lives in Jammu and Kashmir. The calls to boycott the Asia Cup grew louder, trending across platforms.
Adding fuel to the controversy, Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has ignited fresh controversy with his latest comments questioning India’s intentions in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2025. In a social media post that quickly went viral, Kaneria hinted at alleged bias and favoritism within the tournament structure, subtly suggesting that India may be influencing match outcomes for its benefit.
Kaneria’s statement came after India’s recent win against a major rival, which sparked debates across cricketing circles. While he did not provide any concrete evidence, his comments have stirred strong reactions from both Indian fans and former players, many accusing him of spreading conspiracy theories and undermining the spirit of the game.
Kaneria, who has often been vocal on cricketing politics post-retirement, claimed that “something doesn’t feel right” in the way certain matches have been progressing. His remarks have divided opinion, with some supporting his freedom to express concerns, while others believe such comments damage the integrity of international cricket.
As of now, the ICC has not responded to Kaneria’s allegations, but the statement has reignited the longstanding debate on fairness, transparency, and sportsmanship in global cricket tournaments.