Pakistan Threatens to Pull Out of ODI World Cup after BCCI propose Neutral Venue for Asia Cup 2023
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has made the decision to announce a new, neutral venue for the Asia Cup 2023 tournament. Pakistan has threatened to withdraw from the ICC World Cup. Tension between Pakistan and the ICC has risen over the decision for the Asia Cup 2023 venue.
BCCI Conflict with Pakistan Cricket Board continues
According to sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is not pleased with the thought of the Asia Cup being relocated to a neutral venue. The PCB has expressed concern about the potential host of the Asia Cup 2023. The top contender for hosting is the United Arab Emirates (UAE). If the tournament is indeed held in the UAE, then Pakistan will not travel to India for the ICC World Cup 2023.
The ACC Chairperson, Jay Shah, revealed India won’t travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup due to security concerns. The ACC Executive Board will decide on the new venue for the tournament in March during their second round meeting. The tournament will take place at a neutral venue.
Potential Hosts for Asia Cup 2023
The high probability of the UAE hosting the Asia Cup again is due to its past successful hosting of the tournament. Qatar has also shown interest in staging the tournament as a neutral venue amidst political tensions between neighboring countries. Qatar has a strong history of hosting cricket tournaments and franchise-based cricket leagues.
The announcement of a new, neutral venue for the Asia Cup 2023 has caused tension between Pakistan and the ICC. ACC members will decide the new venue for the tournament in March, with potential hosts being the UAE and Qatar. Despite the conflict, the ACC remains confident in their decision. They are committed to ensuring the safety and success of the Asia Cup 2023 tournament.
