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The Asian Cricket Council and the Pakistan Cricket Board today announced the schedule of the Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023. The 50-over format tournament will be held from 30 August to 17 September with Event Host Pakistan staging four matches and Sri Lanka holding nine matches.

Four venues will be used for the 13-match competition. In Pakistan, Multan will host the tournament opener between Pakistan and Nepal on 30 August before the action shifts to Lahore for the remaining three matches. Sri Lanka will use Kandy for the three first round matches and Colombo for the five Super-4 stage fixtures and the 17 September final.

Sri Lanka will open their campaign against Bangladesh in Kandy on 31 August, while India’s first match in the tournament will be against Pakistan in Kandy on 2 September. If both Pakistan and India progress to the Super-4 stage, they will meet again in Colombo on 10 September.

After hosting the tournament opener in Multan, the remaining three matches in Pakistan will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. On 3 September, Bangladesh and Afghanistan will go head to head, before Afghanistan will take on Sri Lanka on 5 September. If all goes according to the pre-event seeding, then Pakistan will take on Bangladesh in both sides’ first Super-4 match on 6 September.

Pakistan and India are seeded as A1 and A2, respectively with Nepal as the third side in Group A, while Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are seeded as B1 and B2 in Group B, respectively with Afghanistan as the third side. If Nepal and Afghanistan progress to the Super-4 stage from their respective groups, they will take the seeding of the sides that have dropped out in the first round.

Mr Jay Shah, President of the Asian Cricket Council: “We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Men's ODI Asia Cup 2023, a celebration of cricketing excellence that unites the nations of Asia in the spirit of competition and camaraderie. As President of the Asian Cricket Council, I extend my warmest regards and heartfelt wishes to all participating teams.

“The Asia Cup holds a special place in the hearts of cricket enthusiasts across the continent. It goes beyond being just a tournament; it symbolises the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions and shared passion for the game that binds our diverse nations together. This prestigious event not only showcases the cricketing prowess of the players but also fosters a sense of unity and brotherhood among Asian countries.

“Let the tournament be a celebration of cricket’s beauty, a display of sporting excellence and a reflection of the unity that binds our nations together. Together, let us witness cricketing magic unfold, as each match becomes a chapter in a larger narrative of friendship and sportsmanship.

“On behalf of the Asian Cricket Council and cricket lovers across Asia, I extend my gratitude to the fellow board members, teams, organisers, sponsors and fans who make this event possible. Your unwavering support is the driving force behind the success of the Asia Cup.

“May the Men's ODI Asia Cup 2023 be an unforgettable journey, filled with moments of triumph, joy, and togetherness. Let us come together to witness the best of Asian cricket.”

Mr Zaka Ashraf, Chair of the PCB Management Committee: “As Event Hosts, the ACC’s Asia Cup 2023 schedule announcement provides us absolute clarity on how we will plan and deliver this tournament so that it is enjoyable for the participants and the fans. Our arrangements and hospitality are second to none and this will be a great opportunity to once again showcase this at an international level.

“For Pakistan, it will be the homecoming of the ACC Asia Cup after 15 long years. Our fans have waited for this for a long time and, as such, we look forward to making it bigger and better so that the fans and participants can start counting down days leading up to the ICC Champions Trophy, which Pakistan will host in February 2025.

“I want to congratulate Nepal on qualifying for the Asia Cup and look forward to welcoming them along with Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have previously played in Pakistan, it will be the first of many times for Nepal and Afghanistan, and I remain confident they will take away memories that will stay with them for a very long time.

“I am extremely happy for the Multan fans who will be the host of the ACC Asia Cup 2023 opener and will see their national side in action in a multi-team tournament for the first time since 1994. It remains one of my top priorities to ensure competitive cricket returns to historic venues across the country.

“From the Pakistan team’s perspective, it will be an excellent opportunity for them to play in high-profile pressure matches and also aim to reclaim the title they last won in 2012. They have all the potential and capability to do that and a strong performance in the Asia Cup will give them the encouragement and confidence for subsequent series and events.”

MEN’S ODI ASIA CUP 2023 SCHEDULE (start times to be confirmed in due course):

Group A – Pakistan (A1), India (A2) and Nepal (Nepal will take position of the side, which fails to progress to the Super-4 stage)

Group B – Sri Lanka (B1), Bangladesh (B2) and Afghanistan (Afghanistan will take position of the side, which fails to progress to the Super-4 stage)

30 Aug – Pakistan v Nepal, Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan, Pakistan

31 Aug – Bangladesh v Sri Lanka, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka

2 Sep – Pakistan v India, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Kandy, Sri Lanka

3 Sep – Bangladesh v Afghanistan, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan

4 Sep – India v Nepal, Pallekele International Cricket stadium Kandy, Sri Lanka

5 Sep – Afghanistan v Sri Lanka, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan

6 Sep – A1 v B2 (Super-4), Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan

9 Sep – B1 v B2 (Super-4), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

10 Sep – A1 v A2 (Super-4), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

12 Sep – A2 v B1 (Super-4), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

14 Sep – A1 v B1 (Super-4), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

15 Sep – A2 v B2, (Super-4), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

17 Sep – Final - 1 v 2, R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo, Sri Lanka

18 Sep – Reserve day for the final
 
KATHMANDU: Nepal’s cricket squad on Tuesday headed to Pakistan for the ODI Asia Cup without its star spin bowler, who must stay home to stand trial for alleged rape, officials said.

Sandeep Lamichhane, 23, was once the poster boy for the rise of cricket in Nepal, but he is accused of raping a 17-year-old girl in a Kathmandu hotel room in August last year. Lamichhane denies all wrongdoing.

“Since there is a case against him sub judice at the court, he is not going with us now — he also has some health issues,” Pradeep Majgaiyan, manager of the Cricket Association of Nepal, told reporters ahead of the team’s departure.

Lamichhane must attend the latest hearing in the case on Sunday, and Majgaiyan said it was hoped he would be able to later join the squad.

Skipper Rohit Paudel said Lamichhane still had his place on the squad.

Asia Cup is scheduled from Aug 30 to Sept 17 in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
 
Defending champion Sri Lanka have incurred a major blow just five days before the start of Asia Cup as four cricketers have been rendered doubtful for the event owing to injuries and Covid-19.

Fast bowler Dushamantha Chameera is all likely to be ruled out of the tournament because of a shoulder injury he suffered during the recently concluded Lanka Premier League (LPL). And leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, who incurred a thigh niggle ahead of the LPL final, could miss at least two matches of the tournament, according to a media report.

Further adding to Sri Lanka woes, batters Kusal Perera and Avishka Fernando, who could make the Asia Cup squad for the team, have tested positive for Covid-19. Both the star players are presently under observation and their selection in the Lankan squad will only depend on the speed of the recovery. The report added that the duo picked up the symptoms during the final stages of the LPL tournament and will only be picked in the Asia Cup squad if they return negative results.

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Roger Binny, the current President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), along with the Vice President, Rajeev Shukla, have confirmed the tour of Pakistan, according to a media report.

In a statement, Roger stated that he and the Vice President, Rajiv Shukla, will arrive in Pakistan on September 4. They will also watch Asia Cup matches in Pakistan besides official receptions.
 
Asia Cup will test bowlers' readiness for 50-overs cricket, says Wasim Akram

Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram on Sunday said the upcoming Asia Cup will test readiness of subcontinental bowlers for 50-overs cricket ahead of the ODI World Cup, but refused to pick any favourites for the tournament.

'Be it India or Pakistan or Sri Lanka, we will find out if the bowlers are able to deliver 10 overs or not, now-a-days they are all used to bowling four-overs (per game),' Akram told reporters here during a tournament sponsor's event.

The competition will revert to 50-overs format in this edition after being organised in T20 version last year, and Akram welcomed the change.
 
Pakistan scheduling for the Asia cup is strange if I understand this correctly. They are going from Sri Lanka to Pakistan to play Nepal and then back to SL to play India. Back to Pakistan to play another team in the 2nd group stages & then back to SL to play rest of the tournament.

Staying in SL to play India and then going to Pakistan to play Nepal & 2nd group stage team and then flying back to SL to play rest of the tournament would have been better.
 
Nasty Naz said:
Pakistan scheduling for the Asia cup is strange if I understand this correctly. They are going from Sri Lanka to Pakistan to play Nepal and then back to SL to play India. Back to Pakistan to play another team in the 2nd group stages & then back to SL to play rest of the tournament.

Staying in SL to play India and then going to Pakistan to play Nepal & 2nd group stage team and then flying back to SL to play rest of the tournament would have been better.
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Yup. It could affect the team players
 
Asia Cup Showdown: Cricket Titans Ready for World Cup Prequel

Colombo: As the thrilling Asia Cup kicks off this week, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the face-off between the titans of Asian cricket - India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. This monumental event serves as a curtain-raiser, setting the stage before the grand 50-over World Cup in October.

Last year's champions, Sri Lanka, with their stellar victory in the Asia Cup, are all set to defend their title. However, with the Asia Cup switching back to its 50-over format, the dynamics promise to be different.

In what might be the headline of the tournament, India and Pakistan are gearing up for what could be an electrifying trio of encounters, provided both teams advance through all stages. With their match-up slated for Saturday in Pallekele, it's bound to be a game to remember.

Pakistan, led by the formidable Babar Azam, have recently showcased their dominance with a sweeping victory over Afghanistan. They commence their journey against newcomers Nepal in Multan. With a lethal trio of fast bowlers in Afridi, Shah, and Rauf, Pakistan seems ready for battle.

On the other side, Rohit Sharma, captain of the Indian team, downplays the India-Pakistan hype, pointing out the strengths of other competing nations, especially reminding fans of Sri Lanka's triumph last year. The Indian battalion, boosted by the prowess of KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli, and the captain himself, looks in good stead.

However, the road might not be smooth for the defending champions, Sri Lanka, with key players Chameera and Hasaranga facing injury concerns. They'll be launching their campaign against a restructured Bangladesh team in Kandy, now led by the experienced Shakib Al Hasan.

Meanwhile, Afghanistan, despite their recent setback against Pakistan, should not be underestimated. With a deadly spin trio and the spectacular form of batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz, they're sure to add twists to the tale.

The Asia Cup groups see Nepal facing a formidable challenge, being paired with India and Pakistan in Group A. Group B comprises Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.

With the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super Four and the leading pair then battling it out in the final, the Asia Cup promises high-octane cricketing action.
 
What’s the weather like for Saturday’s match

80% Predicted Rain.
 
No worries! we might have another match in the Super Four stage and who knows we could even meet in the finals.

Let's keep our fingers crossed.
 
» Pakistan are clear favourites this time. Stable batting order, many spin bowling all-rounders, quality pace attack, everything is sorted for them.

» Team India is so shaky but can't be taken lightly. Setting a balanced batting order would be a challenge for the management.

» Bangladesh without likes of Tamim and Mahmudullah doesn't look that much threatening. But on slow tracks, they can beat any team.

» They have probably the best spinners in the world. But batting order is too dependent on their inexperienced openers.

» Home matches will be a significant advantage for Sri Lanka team. Hasaranga's form with bat and ball will be crucial for their chances.

» Huge opportunity for Nepal to upset giants of world cricket. They will get so much attention this time.




*Possible Highest Run Scorer :-

1. Imam Ul Haq
- A consistent but underrated opener, he had a great series against Afghanistan in Srilnaka.

2. Babar Azam
- He will score his runs in flat tracks in Pakistan but teams will challenge him with quality spinners on turning Srilanka tracks.

3. Shubman Gill
- Great opportunity for young Gill to expand his already impressive start to ODI cricket.



*Possible Highest Wicket takers:-

1. Shakib Al Hasan
- Shakib's good tournament will improve Bangladesh's chances.

2. Shaheen Afridi
- Probably the most talked about pacer currently. He will surely make mark on the tournament.

3. Mujeeb Ur Rehman
- Quality spinner, probably overshadowed by overrated Rashid Khan.



* Youngsters to watch out for from each team :-

1. Towhid Hridoy (Bangladesh)
- Next superstar in Bangladeshi cricket.

2. Naseem Shah (Pakistan)
- Once in a generation talent, but yet to prove his potential.

3. Shubman Gill (India)
- He has replaced veteran Dhawan from the setup, so he'll have to prove his worth.

4. Charith Asalanka (Sri Lanka)
- Quality but unknown middle order batsman from Sri Lanka.

5. Ibrahim Zadran (Afghanistan)
- Already impressive start to his career, but this will be his tougest test.



* Players to watch out for :-

1. Virat Kohli, Mohammad Siraj, Bumrah
2. Shakib Al Hasan, Mehedy Miraz
3. Agha Salman, Saud Shakeel
4. Wanindu Hasaranga, Kusal Mendis
5. Mujeeb, Farooqui
6. Whole Nepali Team



* Predictions

1. Winner - Pakistan
2. Runner Up - India
3. Highest Run Getter - Imam Ul Haq
4. Highest Wicket Taker - Shaheen / Shakib
5. Highest Score - Imam Ul Haq
6. Best Bowling Figure - Naseem Shah
 
India are overwhelming favourites..with Bangladesh second i would say. With Srilankan injuries i see them fighting with Afghanistan for the semi spot. Pakistan should reach the final in theory but I am not sure. Their bowling cant keep saving them all the time.
 
Six players primed to perform at Asia Cup 2023.

Pakistan - Babar Azam:

The Pakistan captain often saves his best performances for the biggest occasion, and it would be no surprise to see the champion right-hander add to his 18 ODI centuries during the Asia Cup.

Babar holds a massive lead in the MRF Tyres ODI Batting Rankings and it will be his wicket that opposition teams strive for most when they take on Pakistan.

The 28-year-old compiled a pair of half-centuries in his two most recent ODI contests when scoring 53 and 60 against Afghanistan in their three-game series and this could prove just the entrée to what he delivers at the Asia Cup.

India - Jasprit Bumrah:

Everyone around the cricket world is happy to see the India quick back from injury and it looks like the pace spearhead has lost none of the magic that saw him become one of the most feared fast bowlers in the world.

Bumrah collected consecutive two-wicket hauls in his long-awaited return from injury in the recent T20I series against Ireland in Dublin and more is expected of the 29-year-old in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

While Bumrah is among the best exponents of new-ball bowling in the world, his versatility to also make an impact during the middle overs and at the death makes him an extremely valuable commodity for India skipper Rohit Sharma.

Nepal - Gulshan Jha:

The teenager showed some excellent signs with both bat and ball during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier event and should not be underestimated heading into this major tournament.

Gulshan's natural game is to attack and his quickfire half-century against Ireland at the World Cup Qualifier showed the left-hander is capable of scoring plenty of lower-order runs.

Gulshan will also be asked to keep the scoring rate down when utilised during the middle overs of opposition innings and the right-arm seamer generally picks up a wicket or two and is a player of immense talent that could shine at the Asia Cup.

Bangladesh - Taskin Ahmed:

With fellow quick Ebadot Hossain ruled out of the tournament due to injury, Bangladesh will be looking to Taskin Ahmed to carry the bulk of their fast-bowling load.

And on recent form, we can expect Taskin to be up for the challenge as the lion-hearted quick continually performs well when required.

Taskin bowled consistently during Bangladesh's recent tour of Afghanistan and the 28-year-old collected five wickets in his two most recent appearances in franchise cricket in Zimbabwe.

Afghanistan - Rashid Khan:

The Afghanistan ace remains one of the most talented spinners in the world and much of his team's fortunes will rest on his shoulders at the Asia Cup.

While teams in the past have often just defended Rashid and looked to score off other bowlers, things may be different at this tournament with plenty of high totals and loads of runs predicted at the event.

That will play into Rashid's hands and the 24-year-old is sure to delve deep into his bag of tricks to see how he can deceive opposition batters and claim valuable wickets for his country.

Sri Lanka - Maheesh Theekshana:

With question marks surrounding the fitness of star spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, there will be extra pressure on Theekshana to perform.

The right-armer showed he is in good form when he picked up 21 scalps at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier event and the reigning champions will be hoping the 23-year-old can perform just as well at this tournament.

Theekshana appeared to be in good touch during the recent Lanka Premier League when he collected seven wickets and opposition batters will need to be wary of the talented off-spinner at all times.

The ACC ODI Asia Cup 2023 pre-tournament discussion

The Asian Cricket Council and the Pakistan Cricket Board today announced the schedule of the Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023. The 50-over format tournament will be held from 30 August to 17 September with Event Host Pakistan staging four matches and Sri Lanka holding nine matches. Four venues will be...
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Nasty Naz said:
Pakistan scheduling for the Asia cup is strange if I understand this correctly. They are going from Sri Lanka to Pakistan to play Nepal and then back to SL to play India. Back to Pakistan to play another team in the 2nd group stages & then back to SL to play rest of the tournament.

Staying in SL to play India and then going to Pakistan to play Nepal & 2nd group stage team and then flying back to SL to play rest of the tournament would have been better.
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The "host" has to travel more than other teams. Wonderful arrangement.
 
The beautifully crafted Asia Cup 2023 trophy stands as a symbol of excellence and sportsmanship in the world of cricket.

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There hasn't been an India-Pakistan final in the 40-year history of the Asia Cup.

Is it going to happen this time?

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Pakistan will travel to Lahore tomorrow, Sunday, 3 September, and will play either Bangladesh or Afghanistan in the first Super 4 match on Wednesday, if they qualify for the round.
 
"The tickets are not fully sold, as you can see. In fact, the sale of tickets was on even yesterday evening at Kandy and Colombo. There were not many takers for the top-end tickets in the Grand Stand,” an SLC official told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

The lowest denomination of tickets was USD 20 (Approximately LKR 6400) in the beginning but it was later slashed to LKR 1500, and LKR 2560 if purchased for both the India matches involving Pakistan and Nepal.

But still there was no real rush for the tickets, and some fans were quite chuffed about it.

"Tickets were readily available. In fact, I got the ticket yesterday in Colombo. We thought tickets will not be available because it is an India vs Pakistan match. But we are not complaining. After all, we can watch an India vs Pakistan match without the frenzy that we often have to go through in India," said Varun Ghosh, who runs his business in Colombo.

The officials too have been left a trifle disappointed "It is a bit surprising. I can understand that people may find the Grand Stand tickets costly (around LKR 64,000) but the Embankment tickets are priced at a good deal for them. It is the weekend too. It could also be because of the prediction for the rain during the match," the official said.

While the officials were left a bit disappointed, the less than anticipated fan rush has dismayed the hotel owners and tour operators. The rooms were available in all hotels and there was no rush for booking unlike India's World Cup game in Ahmedabad where hotel tariff has shot through the roof.

"We were getting ready for some big rush by the fans. We have seen the fans' response to the India vs Pakistan match. But we still have rooms left in our property, and it is the case with many other places too," said the owner of a prominent chain of hotels here.

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Thanks BCCI. expect the Super 4 matches in Colombo to all be rained out as well. Pathetic.
 
It's quite astonishing how the Pakistani team is playing one match in Pakistan and another in Sri Lanka. Such extensive travel is bound to deplete the players' energy.
 
In ten years time there may be no 50 over cricket.Test cricket will be played by England,Australia and India due to their hold on ICC and money.Other countries will play test cricket but it won’t attract spectators so will not be profitable.New T20 and T10 leagues will keep emerging.Players will want money so many will give up test cricket and play in these leagues.
 
Report - Asia Cup matches in Super 4 are likely to be shifted to Dambulla or Pallekele from Colombo due to heavy rain ,Final decision in the next 2 days.
 
Javagal Srinath of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees will officiate in his 250th Men’s One Day International in the Asia Cup match between India and Nepal in Pallekele on Monday.

A former India fast bowler who finished with 236 wickets in 67 Test matches and 315 wickets in 229 ODIs, Srinath was a member of the team that reached the final of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2003. He became an ICC Match Referee three years later.

Srinath, who will become the fourth to reach the milestone of 250 ODIs as match referee after Ranjan Madugalle, Chris Broad and Jeff Crowe, said he was privileged to have officiated in so many matches.

Javagal Srinath: “It feels great to be reaching this milestone as a match referee. It’s been 17 years on the circuit for me and quite unbelievable that I have now officiated in more ODIs than I played.

“I am privileged to be still associated with the game. I have had a wonderful run since my international debut as match referee in a Test match between Sri Lanka and South Africa in Colombo back in 2006 and will strive to do my best in the coming years.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the ICC, the BCCI, my colleagues on the Elite Panel as well as near and dear ones who have been with me through this journey.”

Sean Easey, ICC Manager of Umpires and Referees, congratulated Srinath on reaching the milestone.

Sean Easey: “Srinath transitioned beautifully from player to match referee and we have been fortunate to have him on our elite panel. His experience and the respect that players have for him have been of immense value.

“It takes a lot of commitment and sacrifice to achieve sustained success such as this. On behalf of the ICC, I would like to congratulate Javagal for reaching this special milestone.”

Javagal Srinath’s career as ICC Match Referee at a glance:

Became a member of the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees in 2006
Refereed his first Men’s ODI in 2006
Refereed in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2007
Refereed in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy in 2009 and 2013
Refereed in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2021
Also Refereed in 65 Tests, 118 Men’s T20Is and 16 Women’s T20Is
 
Looks like more rain expected in the coming days in Sri Lanka.

ACC geniuses might regret their decision to have Sri Lanka as hosts.
 
Nepal, who made waves after they reached the World Cup qualifiers earlier this year, suffered a heavy loss to Pakistan in the tournament opener.

They now face another stern test against seven-time Asia Cup winners India, whose opening match against Pakistan was abandoned due to rain after the first innings.

Rain looms large over the Nepal-India contest as well, with the winner joining Pakistan in the next stage. In case the points are shared, India will move ahead.

"We all are very excited, especially playing against India. It is a big opportunity for all of us to represent our country at the biggest stage," Paudel, a top-order batsman, told reporters.

"Weather is not in our control but we are hoping that we get an opportunity to play against India, to showcase our talent."

Playing against top stars including Indian skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would be a rare moment for the minnows, but Paudel said his players will only allow themselves "a fanboy moment" after the match is over.

He also defended his star leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, who went for runs in the team's 238-run loss to Pakistan.

"He is a very important player for us as he has delivered in crunch situations," Paudel said. "We are here because of him... a very impactful player for our team."

Lamichhane, 23, joined the team late for the Asia Cup after his trial over the alleged rape of a 17-year-old woman in a Kathmandu hotel room in August last year was pushed back.

Lamichhane denies all charges.

India did not train or hold a press conference after their match on Saturday.

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Devadwal said:
Report - Asia Cup matches in Super 4 are likely to be shifted to Dambulla or Pallekele from Colombo due to heavy rain ,Final decision in the next 2 days.
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Maybe broadcasters are annoyed at the India Pak match outcome and flexing their muscles
 
Looks like there will a emergency meeting held tomorrow between ACC and the broadcasters.

They want the India v Pakistan match to go ahead.

Looks like Dambulla will be the next location they chose.

But who can fight Mother Nature?
 
Maher96 said:
Looks like there will a emergency meeting held tomorrow between ACC and the broadcasters.

They want the India v Pakistan match to go ahead.

Looks like Dambulla will be the next location they chose.

But who can fight Mother Nature?
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Dambulla doesn’t have flood lights, the slots booked by the broadcasters won’t work.

ACC deserves this. Jay Shah is a moron of the highest order, the most incompetent administrator I have ever seen. Gives Ijaz Butt a run for his money and that’s saying something.
 
Usman Chadda said:
Dambulla doesn’t have flood lights, the slots booked by the broadcasters won’t work.

ACC deserves this. Jay Shah is a moron of the highest order, the most incompetent administrator I have ever seen. Gives Ijaz Butt a run for his money and that’s saying something.
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Can’t they arrange temporary floodlights? Like ones propped up by a crane or something?
 
bangladesh played so well in their last game it would be so challanging for pakistan to handle their batsmen.
 
Pakistan's Super 4 fixtures:

v Bangladesh on 6th September in Lahore
v India on 10th September in Colombo
v Sri Lanka on 14th September in Colombo
 
Unlikely any matches in Colombo will be completed. The app I have is the best weather app been using since 2008 so accurate.
 
It's a positive development for Pakistan as they've earned two valuable points in the Super 4 stage.

The points table is expected to become quite complex as the tournament progresses.
 
Weather forecast for Colombo on the 10th of September. Other match days also look similar with rain forecasted ALL DAY.
So the question is: If every match from now on, rains out, would Pakistan win the Asia Cup on NRR? 😜

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Asad T said:
Weather forecast for Colombo on the 10th of September. Other match days also look similar with rain forecasted ALL DAY.
So the question is: If every match from now on, rains out, would Pakistan win the Asia Cup on NRR? 😜

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it seems like today was the last match of Asia cup, which would mean that Pakistan has secured the title... :ROFLMAO:
 
EXPLAINER
Sports|Cricket

Why is Pakistan upset over the handling of Asia Cup cricket event?​

Confusion over hosting of the matches has led to last-minute changes and bitterness between cricket officials from India and Pakistan.

By Al Jazeera Staff
Published On 6 Sep 20236 Sep 2023

The Asia Cup cricket tournament is halfway through its schedule of matches but the sport’s administrators in the “host” country Pakistan and the sport’s regional governing body have squabbled over where the remaining matches should be played.
Until late on Tuesday, on the eve of the start of the second round, it was unclear where the rest of the tournament, including the final, will be played.


The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) were involved in a tussle over decision-making powers.

Which body runs the Asia Cup?​

The ACC comprises cricket boards from 25 regional nations. It is currently headed by Jay Shah who is also secretary of the Indian cricket board and son of India’s current home minister.

Who is ‘hosting’ the tournament?​

Well, that’s the complicated part.

Pakistan is the official host but nine of the tournament’s 13 matches are taking place in Sri Lanka.


Pakistan was scheduled to host the event in 2020 but following complications arising from the coronavirus pandemic and India’s reluctance to travel to Pakistan citing government refusal, the hosting rights were passed on to Sri Lanka with the tournament rescheduled for 2022.

With a rising number of COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka that year, the tournament was eventually played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Pakistan’s hosting rights were deferred to the 2023 edition, the first time it would host the event since 2008.

However, in October, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Shah announced that India would not travel to Pakistan citing “political tensions” between the two South Asian neighbours.

In turn, Pakistan said it would reconsider sending its team to India for the Cricket World Cup scheduled to start next month.


What finally happened?​

India refused to travel to Pakistan and the PCB was unwilling to lose hosting rights.

The then-chief of the PCB, Najam Sethi, proposed a “hybrid model” that would split the tournament between Pakistan and another ACC member nation. India would play its matches outside Pakistan and the PCB would retain hosting rights.

After much deliberation, the ACC – headed by BCCI’s Shah – agreed and Sri Lanka was announced as the second country to host the matches.

Pakistan would end up hosting four matches, with all the participants barring India playing at least one match in the country.


What has caused the latest confusion?​

Mostly the weather.


Following a wash-out of the tournament’s marquee clash between India and Pakistan in Pallekele on Saturday, and a wet forecast for the remaining matches scheduled for the capital, Colombo, administrators sought to move the matches to another city in Sri Lanka.

The PCB proposed Hambantota, a remote town in Sri Lanka’s south with a relatively drier forecast.

The stadium’s remote location, lack of accommodation options and last-minute move for teams, broadcasters, officials and fans meant the ACC was reluctant to move.

While details were being ironed out, the ACC announced the schedule would remain with the remaining matches to be played in Colombo.

Why is the PCB annoyed?​

As the official host of the tournament, the PCB was angered by the ACC’s move to send out the latest notification unilaterally and without seeking an official confirmation from the PCB, the tournament hosts.

It led to a day of manic behind-the-scenes action as the PCB sought a meeting of the ACC’s executive board and registered its protest with Shah, according to a report on ESPNcricinfo.

As the drama unfolded, Shah released a statement saying: “All the full members, media rights holder, and in-stadia rights holders were initially hesitant to commit to hosting the entire tournament in Pakistan.”

He then controversially added that the reluctance “stemmed from concerns related to the security and economic situation prevailing in the country”.

What happens next?​

The comical scenes regarding the scheduling come a month away from the World Cup that is scheduled to take place in India. Late announcements of schedules, subsequent changes and security concerns have marred the lead-up to the cricket world’s biggest tournament.

For the Asia Cup, though, India and Pakistan are set to meet in the Super Fours stage of the tournament on September 10.

The off-field drama will add more spice to the second version of the highly anticipated clash, especially after the first one was abandoned halfway through.
 
Hard to get excited for games that every fan, player, organiser and board official know is going to be rained off. ACC (n)
 
It seems as if today marked the final cricket match of the Asia Cup, with the remaining matches potentially turning into swimming competitions due to the continuous rainfall expected for the entire week in colombo.
 
So what happens if all the remaining matches are washed out? Pakistan wins the Asia Cup?
 
India vs Pakistan final then that too washed out. 1 over each decides the winner!
 
Complex equations for upcoming matches.
It's good for pak if tomorrow's game gonna washout then we only need to beat SL to reach finals.
If SL beat india tomorrow then it's gonna very interseting.
SL beat india
India will have 2 points
SL will have 4 points
Pak beat SL
Pak will have 4 points
SL will have 4 points
India beat bangladesh
India will have 4 points
3 teams can finish on 4 points NRR will came in to play.

Correct me if i am wrong.
 
Former Sri Lankan spinner Muttiah Muralitharan has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for setting exorbitant ticket prices, resulting in near-empty stadiums during the highly anticipated India and Pakistan games in the 2023 Asia Cup.

Muralitharan expressed his concerns regarding the unreasonably high ticket prices and blamed PCB for it.

"It is the PCB who has decided the prices for these tickets as they are hosting the Asia Cup this year. Sri Lanka is currently going through a financial crisis. The ticket prices are really expensive and they were reduced at the last moment (just before the India vs. Pakistan match in Colombo) but it doesn't work that way. The ticket prices start from Sri Lankan Rupees 6000 and upwards. If you want to watch the match from the grandstands it is 40000 to 50000 Sri Lankan Rupees which is equivalent to a person's monthly salary. I don't think anyone can afford that much money in Sri Lanka," Muralitharan said.

Muralitharan emphasized that Sri Lanka typically has a passionate cricket fan base, but the high ticket costs prevented many from attending.

"In Sri Lanka, whenever there are matches there is always a full house in the stadium. People want to come and watch these matches but they can't afford such high-priced tickets. Even Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh game which happened on Saturday didn't attract many people despite the home team being in action and doing well," he further added.
 
"It is the PCB who has decided the prices for these tickets as they are hosting the Asia Cup this year. Sri Lanka is currently going through a financial crisis. The ticket prices are really expensive and they were reduced at the last moment (just before the India vs. Pakistan match in Colombo) but it doesn't work that way. The ticket prices start from Sri Lankan Rupees 6000 and upwards. If you want to watch the match from the grandstands it is 40000 to 50000 Sri Lankan Rupees which is equivalent to a person's monthly salary. I don't think anyone can afford that much money in Sri Lanka," Muralitharan said.”

Chup karke be ja Murli

Pakistan didn’t want to sell these tickets to Sri Lankans, they wanted to sell them to Pakistanis.

Murli has been smashing chawlain all day today
 
In my opinion, the Asia Cup would have been more entertaining if it included eight teams and adopted the T20 format just like 2021 Asia Cup.
This Asia cup is getting so borring now.
 
This Asia Cup would be a lot better tournament if all matches were played in Pakistan. Having said that, we did see a couple of thrillers in this Asia Cup and I am expecting another cracking game tomorrow between Sri Lanka and Pakistan that is effectively a semi-final for both these teams.
 
hassan918 said:
This Asia Cup would be a lot better tournament if all matches were played in Pakistan. Having said that, we did see a couple of thrillers in this Asia Cup and I am expecting another cracking game tomorrow between Sri Lanka and Pakistan that is effectively a semi-final for both these teams.
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What does it say about the Pak team if we don't even make the final?. It will mean we only defeated Bangladesh and Nepal in the tournament.
 
Rain has spoiled this whole tournament. No excitement. The Crowd was also not there. Very unfortunate that Pakistan was the host for this Asia cup and yet we are not going to see the final played in the host country.
 
PakLFC said:
What does it say about the Pak team if we don't even make the final?. It will mean we only defeated Bangladesh and Nepal in the tournament.
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We also didn’t beat Bangladesh like we should have at home

193 should have been chased in less than 30 overs
 
Rana said:
We also didn’t beat Bangladesh like we should have at home

193 should have been chased in less than 30 overs
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That is expected when the team if full of bits and pieces players. Not one world class player in our side. No, Babar is not world class in my opinion.
 
PakLFC said:
That is expected when the team if full of bits and pieces players. Not one world class player in our side. No, Babar is not world class in my opinion.
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He is a good number 3, Pakistan’s best ever for sure
 
Miadad mostly played at number 4 throughout his career. Baber has played at number 3 and is surely the GOAT for Pakistan when it comes to number 3.
 
PakLFC said:
What does it say about the Pak team if we don't even make the final?. It will mean we only defeated Bangladesh and Nepal in the tournament.
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I think they will make it, 252 in 42 overs would not be an easy chase for Sri Lanka.
 
hassan918 said:
I think they will make it, 252 in 42 overs would not be an easy chase for Sri Lanka.
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I think Pak will win it. Nothing easy about 252 in 42 overs considering bowling is our strength. I do realize we are hindered by the absence off Naseem and Rauf.
 
PakLFC said:
I think Pak will win it. Nothing easy about 252 in 42 overs considering bowling is our strength. I do realize we are hindered by the absence off Naseem and Rauf.
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It is very likely to be a close finish with the kind of start we have to the Sri Lankan innings. A lot will depend on our spinners I guess.
 
We need some wickets to put them under some pressure. Right now it is boundaries galore.
 
Pitches are quite strange in this Asia cup, sometimes it seems batting pitch and in other match it becomes a good for bowling.
 
Pakistan were the best ODI side in the world at the start of the tournament and they finished bottom of the Super Four. No wonder, they call cricket a great leveller.
 
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