BCCI reveals 4 big reasons why Team India will not boycott Pakistan match

The BCCI officials confirmed that Team India will play against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 despite ongoing boycott debates.

BCCI stated that boycotting the IND vs PAK match would harm India’s cricketing, financial, and political influence, hence the team will not skip the game.

When is IND vs PAK match?

The India vs Pakistan clash is scheduled for September 14, 2025, during the Asia Cup in the UAE.

Here are the 4 reason why India will not boycott Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025

Reason 1 - Free Points Issue

If India boycotts, Pakistan will get free points and could reach the final easily.

Reason 2 - Tournament & Revenue Loss

Skipping the match would affect the Asia Cup’s success and reduce India’s dominance in ACC.

Reason 3 - Weakening in ICC Politics

Boycott may damage BCCI’s influence and voting power in ICC decisions.

Reason 4 - Broadcasters’ Huge Loss

With ₹1500 crore rights sold, cancelling IND vs PAK will cause massive financial losses and hurt BCCI’s credibility.

BCCI puts IND vs PAK decision on Government

BCCI made it clear that the final call rests with the Indian government, but internally, the board strongly prefers playing to avoid weakening India’s position in world cricket.

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