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Umpire Ruchira Palliyaguruge was forced off the field after being struck on the ear during Pakistan’s Asia Cup clash against UAE in Dubai. Pakistan posted 146/9, led by Fakhar Zaman’s 50 and Shaheen Afridi’s 29*. UAE’s chase began shakily, with strikes from Saim Ayub and Abrar Ahmed in their very first overs.

A cloud of uncertainty looms over the Asia Cup match between Pakistan and the UAE in Dubai, leading to a delayed start amidst reports of potential forfeit. The issue stemmed from Pakistan's objection to Andy Pycroft as match referee, despite the ICC clearing him of misconduct. While the UAE team reached the venue on time, the Pakistan team's departure was initially 'stopped'.

Irfan Pathan's cryptic social media post, praising Sri Lanka as the Asia Cup's second-best team, has ignited a pre-match buzz ahead of the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash. This subtle jab appears to counter Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha's earlier reaction to suggestions of Afghanistan's strength.

On the eve of India's Asia Cup clash with Pakistan, India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, who hails from the Netherlands, discovered how India vs Pakistan begins long before the first ball, and why cricket is never just about cricket.

India-Pakistan clashes are never for the faint-hearted. Every duel on the field is a battle within a battle, but on paper it looks like one-way traffic, with India clearly going in as favourites. Will Salman Ali Agha-led cricket's perpetual "cornered" tigers turn the tables around? Brace yourself for another epic spectacle at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

Bollywood actor Zayed Khan has come out in full support of Team India before their high-voltage Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan. Confident about the Men in Blue’s form, Zayed declared that India will dominate the tournament, calling them a “damn good team.”

Defending champions India are gearing up for the Asia Cup 2025 with intense practice sessions in Dubai, emphasising all-rounder development and fine-tuning bowling combinations. Bowling coach Morne Morkel highlights the team's focus on intensity and execution, respecting Pakistan while prioritising their own game. The team aims to leave no stone unturned in their preparation for the tournament.

Pakistan's women's cricket team will not attend the ICC Women's World Cup opening ceremony in India, aligning with a recent agreement between the two nations to avoid cross-border travel for ICC tournaments. Political tensions continue to impact sporting relations, as evidenced by India's previous decision to skip the Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf has stirred the pot ahead of the Asia Cup clash with India, confidently proclaiming victory in both anticipated matches. While Pakistan gears up for the tournament and a preceding tri-series, a surprising squad selection sees Salman Agha appointed captain, with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan notably absent.