From India’s no‑handshake to Pakistan’s boycott threat and a delayed match, here’s the full, simple timeline of a tense Asia Cup week.
ICC says PCB broke PMOA rules by filming its meeting with referee Andy Pycroft. The muted clip was posted as an ‘apology’; ICC says it was regret over miscommunication.
Kuldeep Yadav says missing the England Tests was about team balance, not skill. With a clear role and mindset, he focused on bowling—and delivered on return.
Josh Inglis misses the New Zealand T20Is with a calf strain; Alex Carey steps in as Australia adjust plans for the October 1–4 series at Mount Maunganui.
PCB is weighing an ICC complaint after Suryakumar Yadav’s Pahalgam tribute. What was said, why it’s sensitive, and what to expect before the rematch.
Pat Cummins targets all five Ashes Tests despite a back issue, but says the final call will come closer to the series opener in Perth.
Minutes before the toss, Andy Pycroft relayed a no-handshake message in India–Pakistan. Pakistan protested. ICC backed him. Here’s the clear, simple version.
R Ashwin returns to action for India at the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 from November 7–9, marking his first tournament since retiring from international cricket and the IPL.
ICC launches ‘Bring It Home’ for Women’s World Cup 2025, sung by Shreya Ghoshal, as ticket prices start at ₹100 and matches span India and Sri Lanka.
Ramiz Raja questions Andy Pycroft’s neutrality after the Asia Cup handshake controversy. Why the claims surfaced, what officials maintained, and how organisers aim to avoid flashpoints.
An ICC insider details the Pycroft–Pakistan meeting: regret for miscommunication, no code breach, and why officials won’t be changed mid‑event. What changes for match‑day protocols.
Atiq-uz-Zaman accuses PCB of handing kit tender to “friends,” slams poor jerseys. As Pakistan reach the Super Four, Salman Agha calls for a middle‑overs batting fix vs India.
ICC sends a firm six‑point rebuttal to PCB, saying the referee followed directions and isn’t responsible for handshake protocols. What changes next to avoid more flashpoints.
Varun Chakravarthy tops ICC T20I bowling rankings. Kuldeep leaps 16 spots, Axar up to 12th; Abhishek leads batters with 884 points, Hardik stays No. 1 all-rounder. Salt, Buttler rise too.
PCB says Andy Pycroft apologised for a “miscommunication” in the handshake row, while the ICC keeps him on duty and pushes clear match‑day protocols to avoid flashpoints.
