PCB has officially asked ICC to change the match referee for the Pakistan vs India game in the Asia Cup 2025. The request comes after strong criticism over poor officiating and what PCB has called unprofessional behavior from the Indian side.
According to the PCB, the Pakistan team will not take part in any more Asia Cup matches until their demand is addressed.
Officials said that fair play and respect for the spirit of cricket must be maintained, especially in such a high-profile tournament watched by millions of fans around the world.
The controversy began after the Pakistan vs India match, where several decisions by the match referee came under question. To make matters worse, the Indian team refused to shake hands with Pakistani players at the end of the game.
The PCB strongly condemned this act, describing it as unsporting and damaging to the image of the game.
Pakistan has now urged the ICC to look into these issues seriously and take steps to ensure neutrality, fairness, and respect between both teams. Cricket, they stressed, should be a game that unites rather than divides, and any actions that harm sportsmanship must be addressed without delay.
Fans are closely following the developments, as the standoff between PCB and ICC could affect the future schedule of the Asia Cup 2025.
