GET0
SEV1
DSC0
BEN0
Falkirk1
Celtic0
IBFK2
SAM1
Trabzonspor0
Gaziantep0
FRO
TOR
LAZ
CAG
STR
AUX
ITKA
FC Goa
AFG
ZIM
FCU
KOE
RAC
RMA
LYON
ANG
COMO1
VEN0
MCFC2
SCD3
NAM131/5 (21.2/50 ov, target 130)
IRE129
NZ195/3 (18/20 ov, target 192)
IND191/8
RHINO310/8
MOUNT120/6 (26.3/50 ov, target 311)
EAGLE204/6 (31.1/50 ov, target 206)
TUSK205
JAB147/7
POA39/2 (4.5/20 ov, target 148)
LIONS85/3 (11.4/20 ov)
TITNS
NZ-A218/3 (62 ov)
IND-A346
QLD202/5 (71 ov)
VIC307
SYL218 & 89/2 (38 ov)
CHATT210
MYMS108 & 57/2 (14 ov) (f/o)
KHU288
DHA
BAR
RAN122/3 (39 ov)
RAJ231
WI-A
LIONS
NED
OMA
MS-W
PS-W
TOK
MIS
MOW
BRB
KAY
KAG
CHR
SPR
PAK331/7 (48.3/50 ov, target 326)
SL325/8
UAE266/5 (49/50 ov, target 264)
SS-W196/8
HH-W109 (17.4/20 ov, target 197)
ST-W180/4 (16.4/20 ov, target 179)
BH-W178/5
ARS0
AVL1
LCL0
MNC1
DMA0
ROS2
CBK0
ANT0
PAR
MON
Aston Villa1
Fulham1
Barcelona6
Alavés1
Milan3
Inter Milan1
Troyes2
Le Mans0
The political and historical tensions between India and Pakistan have often spilled over into the world of cricket, creating a complex web of on-field and off-field rivalries. The latest episode in this saga involves the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023, where Pakistan has decided to play their matches in a neutral venue, likely to be Bangladesh.
Here’s what you need to know about this ongoing conflict : India vs Pakistan Off-Field Rivalry
- Conflict over Asia Cup 2023: The conflict between BCCI and the PCB began when India refused to travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023, citing security concerns. In response, the PCB threatened to boycott the ICC World Cup 2023, set to be held in India.
- Hybrid Model: After a series of meetings, it was decided that India will take part in the Asia Cup but will not travel to Pakistan. Instead, the Men in Blue will play in a neutral country, opting for a hybrid model. Following suit, Pakistan is likely to adopt the same model for the ICC World Cup 2023.
- Pakistan’s Matches Likely to be Played in Bangladesh: According to recent reports, Pakistan is likely to play their 2023 ODI World Cup matches in Bangladesh, owing to the political tensions between the two countries. No official announcement has been made yet.
- Impact on ICC Champions Trophy: The PCB has pointed out that India’s decision to not travel to Pakistan this year might have a potential impact on the ICC Champions Trophy, likely to be held in Pakistan in 2025.
- Neutral Venues: The 2023 ODI World Cup is scheduled to be played across ten venues in India from October 5. The neutral venue where India would be playing their matches in the Asia Cup is yet to be fixed, with UAE, Oman, Sri Lanka or England being shortlisted as options.
The India vs Pakistan off-field rivalry continues to be a complex issue, with cricket often becoming a casualty in this ongoing conflict. While the two countries may be fierce rivals on the field, it is important to find common ground off the field to ensure the smooth functioning of the sport.
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