In a rather embarrassing burst out, former Indian minister Rajeev Shukla made a fool of himself after failing to understand PM Imran Khan’s tweet regarding the current political situation in Pakistan. In a Tweet, PM Khan had congratulated the Pakistani team for their magnificent performance in the second Test match against Australia after which he referred to country’s political turmoil.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked for a neutral venue for the upcoming Asia Cup 2020, stating that India will not be playing in its neighboring country. The BCCI also made clear that it has no problem with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) hosting the Asia Cup, but Indian team can not be part of the series in such a case.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that no Pakistani has been included in the Asia XI, which will be facing World XI in March. Both teams will be facing each other in a two-match T20I series and the matches will be played on March 18 and 21 at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka.