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.
Pakistan arrived to train while India were already at the ICC Academy in Dubai. Both teams kept their distance, focused on nets, and avoided any interaction.
A withdrawal from the Asia Cup could cost the PCB USD 12–16 million (Rs 105–141 crore). Why the financial hit, how ACC revenue is shared, and why a pull-out looks unlikely.
ICC turns down Pakistan’s request to replace match referee Andy Pycroft after the India game. Why the demand was rejected, what each side argued, and what happens next.
A senior BCCI official says handshakes aren’t mandatory in cricket. With tensions high, India isn’t bound to shake hands with Pakistan—and will keep focus on cricket.
Reports say the ICC will not replace match referee Andy Pycroft despite Pakistan’s demand after the ‘no handshake’ controversy, calling a mid-event change a bad precedent.
Sources say the match referee forgot to relay the post‑match “no handshake” protocol to Pakistan. India walked off by plan, Pakistan waited, and the row exploded.
A report says India won’t share the presentation stage with PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi if they reach the final—continuing their stance from the “no handshake” match.
PCB suspends Director of International Cricket Usman Wahla after the India ‘no handshake’ controversy, saying action against the referee was delayed. India called the gesture a tribute.
PCB has complained to the ICC after India’s no‑handshake call, accusing referee Andy Pycroft of breaching the code and spirit of cricket. India says it was a tribute to Pahalgam victims.
Mohammed Siraj is the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025 after a nine-wicket, match-winning show at the Oval helped India level the series 2–2.
A report says India didn’t shake hands with Pakistan or the match referee after their Asia Cup win. India called it a tribute to Pahalgam victims; PCB has lodged a protest.
Brendon McCullum says the vice-captain call will be made this week and hints Harry Brook is a strong option. Pope’s role, Bethell’s rise, and England’s Ashes plans explained.
