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ICC confirms Andy Pycroft as referee for India vs. Pakistan match despite Pakistan's protest.
Match referee Andy Pycroft will oversee the high-stakes India vs. Pakistan Super Four match in the 2025 Asia Cup, despite a protest from Pakistan over his role in a prior incident where captains were not allowed to shake hands at the toss.
The Pakistan Cricket Board objected, alleging a breach of the Spirit of the Game, but the ICC upheld Pycroft’s appointment, stating he acted as a messenger.
After Pycroft apologized to Pakistan’s leadership, the team agreed to proceed, and the match will now take place in Dubai.
The decision has drawn attention amid ongoing diplomatic and sporting tensions, with Pakistan canceling its pre-match press conference and preparing mentally for the fixture.
ICC confirma a Andy Pycroft como árbitro para el partido de India contra Pakistán a pesar de la protesta de Pakistán.