Match officials for the India vs England (IND vs ENG) Semi-Final have been announced on March 3. Controversial Andy Pycroft is appointed as the match referee for the high-profile clash on March 5 in Mumbai.
CW Staff2 min read
Andy Pycroft, at the centre of last month’s Asia Cup handshake controversy, was warmly welcomed as he took charge of the India vs West Indies 1st Test, marking a competitive start without any Pakistan-related drama.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed the match referee for the Super 4 fixture of the Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan after the PCB's continuous drama of removing Andy Pycroft and giving threat of pulling out of the Asia Cup 2025.
Subhradeep Choudhury 2 min read
Former umpire Anil Chaudhary criticized PCB’s Asia Cup 2025 controversies, calling the handshake row unnecessary and defending referee Andy Pycroft.
HEMANTH REDDY2 min read
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India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 controversy deepened as match referee Andy Pycroft was informed of the no-handshake protocol only 4 minutes before the toss, sparking PCB’s objections and ICC’s firm stance.
Senior journalist Waheed Khan criticizes PCB for mishandling controversies, calling Pakistan cricket an international joke amid toss and handshake fiascos.
Gopi Marisetty2 min read
ICC CEO firmly handled talks, rejecting PCB’s bid to oust referee Andy Pycroft during the Asia Cup, ensuring fairness while preventing undue influence over official appointments.
Watch the stats and the video where the former international player and the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Ramiz Raja, has made a false allegation of calling match referee, Andy Pycroft, India's favorite.
Subhradeep Choudhury 2 min read
Andy Pycroft’s decisions have long angered Pakistan cricket, from bowling bans on Ajmal and Hafeez to the 2025 Asia Cup handshake row. Explore the full timeline and controversies.
HEMANTH REDDY2 min read
Pakistan’s threat to pull out of the Asia Cup over the referee controversy could cost the PCB a massive USD 12–16 million in revenue.
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