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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to remain in the Asia Cup 2025, putting an end to speculation about a potential boycott, despite tensions surrounding match referee Andy Pycroft's conduct during Pakistan's match against India in Dubai on Sunday. Reports had emerged that Pakistan was considering withdrawing from the tournament if Pycroft was not removed from his officiating duties.
The controversy began when the PCB alleged that Pycroft, appointed by the International Cricket Council (ICC), instructed both captains not to shake hands during the toss-a long-standing cricketing tradition. The PCB claimed that Pycroft s...