Former India Cricket Captain Mohammad Azharuddin expressed his concerns about the next India-Pakistan match in the Asia Cup T20 tournament, scheduled for September 14 at the Dubai International Stadium, citing current cross-border tensions between the two nations, including the recent terrorist attack by Pahalgam and India Sindoor.The Asian Cup will take place in the water from September 9 to 28, India and Pakistan placed in the group A alongside the water and Oman.“Looking at the current situation in the country, we should not play this match. Everyone is aware of the problems we face,” Azharuddin told Ians.“And if we have to play, then we have to play all sports-not only by choosing and choosing,” he added, referring to the lack of bilateral series between the two nations since 2012.Azharuddin stressed that even if it was his personal opinions, the final decision would rest with the higher authorities. “In the end, it is the government that will decide whether we must play or not. The decision taken by the board of directors, the government and the BCCI will be final.”“Until the problem is solved, we must not move forward,” he said, suggesting that cricket ties should remain suspended until political tensions facilitate ease.“No matter how much we say, in the end, only what the government and the BCCI want to happen. Whatever I say today, I say it after a careful reflection and understanding,” concluded Azharuddin.
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The tournament will showcase 19 games through Dubai and Abu Dhabi, BCCI being the official host.The two nations agreed not to play on the ground by the other before at least 2027, which led to the selection of water as a neutral place.India’s campaign begins against water on September 10, with a second potential meeting against Pakistan possible in the Super Four stage on September 21.Group B includes Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong.The teams will be allowed to feed the 17 -members teams for the tournament.Despite the absence of bilateral cricket since 2012-13, India and Pakistan continue to compete in ICC and ACC tournaments in neutral sites.