SaralnamaThe ICC is unlikely to remove match referee Andy Pycroft despite the PCB's request following a handshake controversy in the Asia Cup 2025. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi sought Pycroft's replacement after the India-Pakistan match in Dubai. The ICC believes there are not enough grounds for the request. Pakistan has threatened to boycott their match against UAE on if their demand is not met. The MCC manual states handshakes are not mandatory before or after matches. The ICC is expected to emphasize this point in its response to the PCB. To follow the latest cricket updates, fans can check official ICC and PCB social media accounts. (Updated 15 Sep 2025, 23:47 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The ICC is unlikely to remove match referee Andy Pycroft despite the PCB's request following a handshake controversy in the Asia Cup 2025
- PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi sought Pycroft's replacement after the India-Pakistan match in Dubai
- The ICC believes there are not enough grounds for the request