India, Sept. 14 -- The Asia Cup Group A match between India and Pakistan has turned out to be a truly controversial affair. There is plenty of chatter on social media as fans in India are not pleased with the contest going ahead despite the mood of the nation in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Boycott calls continue to reign supreme as the relations between the two countries continue to deteriorate, and amid this highly politically charged backdrop, the contest is being played. This is the first cricket match between the two countries after the war that broke out earlier this year.

Ahead of the match against the arch-rivals, Indian assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said that his players are aware of th...