Dhaka, Sept. 16 -- A heated controversy has erupted following the recent Asia Cup cricket match between India and Pakistan, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) now formally demanding the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft.

The dispute stems from the Indian team's refusal to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts at the end of the match on September 14, when India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets.

The PCB issued a statement alleging that Pycroft violated the International Cricket Council's (ICC) Code of Conduct and should be "immediately removed from the Asia Cup." This demand follows a formal complaint lodged by the PCB with the ICC.

On his official X account, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi stated, "The PCB has lodged a compla...