The 2025 Cricket Asia Cup, scheduled for September, is now shrouded in uncertainty. The prestigious tournament faces the threat of cancellation, primarily due to the decision of the Boards of India and Sri Lanka not to participate in the ACC meeting.
Sports News: A major controversy has erupted regarding the Asia Cup 2025, proposed for September 2025. The two major cricket boards, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), have decided not to attend the crucial meeting of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) scheduled for July 24th in Dhaka. This move has cast a shadow over the future of the tournament, intensifying the possibility of the Asia Cup 2025 being cancelled or postponed.
Why won't India and Sri Lanka go to Dhaka?
According to a report by Telecom Asia Sport, the BCCI and Sri Lanka Cricket Board have made it clear that they will not participate in the ACC meeting in Dhaka on July 24th. It is believed that there are several reasons behind this decision: The political relations between Bangladesh and India are currently not normal.
The BCCI has already cancelled the India-Bangladesh series, citing international scheduling as the reason, but diplomatic tensions are also considered a contributing factor.
Will BCCI and SLC join Online?
A senior ACC official clarified that the boards that cannot come to Dhaka can participate in the meeting via video call or virtual means. He stated, "We have given all member countries 15 days to complete the preparations. Those who cannot be present can be a part of the meeting online."
Where is the Asia Cup 2025 to be held?
The Asia Cup 2025 is to be held in the T20 format. India is the host country, but Pakistan is not ready to play its matches in India. Therefore, the tournament will be based on a hybrid model. It is likely that Pakistan's matches will be held in the UAE (Dubai). The ACC has also sent a formal letter to the BCCI asking if it still wants to host the tournament. On the other hand, there is also news that the entire tournament may be shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The BCCI has clarified that it will not send its officials to Dhaka. According to a report by TV9, a senior official stated: "The current political situation in Bangladesh is not good, and it is not appropriate to hold a meeting there in such a sensitive situation. The BCCI believes that if the ACC has to hold a major meeting, it should be organized in a country that is politically stable and neutral."
What if the Asia Cup is cancelled?
If the Asia Cup 2025 is cancelled or postponed, India has other options for this window. According to reports, England and Sri Lanka have expressed a desire to play bilateral series with India. This means that even if cricket fans don't get to see the Asia Cup, they will definitely get to see exciting cricket action.
