September this year was meant to see the 16th edition of the Asia Cup hosted in Pakistan. However, reports have stated that the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has decided that the tournament will no longer be hosted in the country.
Asia Cup 2023 won't be held in Pakistan
Pakistan's rival India had refused from participating in any tournament held in the nation due to the political tension between the countries. To work around this, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) suggested to the ACC last month that the tournament be a hybrid model, where India's matches are held at a neutral venue including the two games between both sides.
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Asian Cricket Council has decided to move the Asia Cup out of Pakistan after the PCB's 'Hybrid Model' was rejected by other members. [PTI]
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However, the ACC and its members have apparently rejected the idea proposed by the PCB. As per PTI, the ACC has cited many logistical reasons (including travel and budget) which will prevent the hybrid model from being executed smoothly. The report also states that ACC will soon decide on an alternate venue.
Which country is most likely to host Asia Cup 2023?
As per many reports, the tournament will most likely take place in Sri Lanka.
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Which country hosted Asia Cup 2022?
The Asia Cup was held in United Arab Emirates (UAE) last year.
Who won Asia Cup 2022?
Sri Lanka won the 15th edition of the Asia Cup beating Pakistan by 23 runs in the final last year.
