Archive · 2 Jun 2025
BCCI Denies Asia Cup Withdrawal Reports, Calls News Speculative
Some news reports said India might not play in the Asia Cup cricket tournament and the Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup, because of tensions with Pakistan.
However, the Indian cricket board, BCCI, said these reports are not true.
The BCCI hasn't talked about it yet.
They haven't made any decisions and will announce any decisions through the media.
The Asia Cup has faced issues, including in 2023 when India refused to travel to Pakistan.
The BCCI may consider starting a new four-nation tournament with teams like Australia and England, to ensure greater quality of cricket and avoid political issues.
BCCI denies reports of withdrawing from the Asia Cup and Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia stated that reports of non-participation are untrue and speculative.
The BCCI has not discussed the matter of withdrawing from ACC events.
The Asia Cup has faced challenges, including India's reluctance to play in Pakistan.
A new four-nation tournament with teams like Australia and England is considered.
- Who
- BCCI (India) and ACC
- What
- Reports about India's potential withdrawal from the Asia Cup and Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup.
- When
- Reports emerged in May 2025.
- Where
- The Men's Asia Cup was scheduled to be held in India, with potential matches in Sri Lanka and Dubai; Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Sri Lanka.
- Why
- Due to speculated geopolitical tensions; however, the BCCI has not yet discussed the matter.
Media Reports
BCCI Stance
Participation
Media Reports
Reports claim India will withdraw from the Asia Cup and Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup.
BCCI Stance
BCCI has not made any decision regarding participation in the Asia Cup.
- Event Affected
- Men's Asia Cup 2025 & Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup
- BCCI Secretary
- Devajit Saikia
- ACC Events
- Not yet discussed by the BCCI
Sources
BCCI set to pull out from Asia Cup 2025 amid India-Pakistan conflict, claims report
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BCCI Breaks Silence On Reports Of Withdrawal From Asia Cup 2025
BCCI denies pulling out from Asia Cup and Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup
India won't play or host Asia Cup 2025 amid Pakistan tensions: Sources
BCCI secretary denies India has decided to pull out of ACC events
BCCI hasn't taken any decision on Asia Cup participation yet: Devajit Saikia
News about India pulling out of Asia Cup is speculative: BCCI secretary Saikia
Asia Cup not discussed yet, reports are speculative: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia
