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Numerous people had wished that the farce which originated from the Asia Cup, driven by the Bharatiya Janata Party’s political goals, would conclude with the end of the tournament. However, the small-mindedness shown by the Indian team seems to continue. The Indian team’s refusal to take the trophy from a Pakistani official, and their later request that the award be sent directly to the BCCI without any involvement from Pakistan, shows a complete lack of respect for the essence of the game. Cricket, once known as the gentleman’s game, has now become a platform for political drama.

This kind of conduct is both ridiculous and inappropriate for a country like India, which has a strong cricketing heritage. Pakistan is justified in opposing these requests and emphasizing the importance of following standard procedures. For too long, India’s control over the ICC—through its leadership role and financial power—has enabled it to influence the image and results of international cricket in its favor. Now that Pakistan is leading the Asian Cricket Council, it is reasonable for it to utilize this position to bring back equilibrium and ensure fair processes.

Mohsin Naqvi’s proposal for India to retrieve the trophy from the ACC office in Dubai is a sensible and diplomatic move intended to bring things back to normal. Pakistan should remain steadfast in this position. India, on the other hand, needs to understand that such minor displays do not shape the future of global sports. It is important to remember that in a recent hockey game between Pakistan and India, athletes from both teams shook hands and showed the true essence of fair play—highlighting that this hostility is mostly limited to cricket, where national pride and politics have become dangerously linked.

Pakistan’s strong stance is not only reasonable but also crucial. It is vital to resist the political influence in sports and the dominance of the BCCI and ICC to maintain the purity of the game.

Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info).