Photos of FIFA's president laughing and high-fiving in a football match with local officials weeks after a stadium disaster killed 133 people in Indonesia sparked online fury in the country on Wednesday. More than 40 children were among those killed in the stampede on October 1, one of the deadliest disasters in football history. Police had fired tear gas to quell a pitch invasion after a match in East Java. FIFA chief Gianni Infantino met Indonesian President Joko Widodo Tuesday in the capital Jakarta, the pair pledging to boost match safety and rebuild Arema FC's Kanjuruhan stadium to avoid a repeat of the disaster.

But on Wednesday morning the Indonesian football association, or PSSI, posted images on its Twitter account of Infantino playing a football match in Jakarta with its under-fire chairman Mochamad Iriawan. "Instead of playing soccer together, it's better to go to the homes of the victims of the Kanjuruhan tragedy together. They are more important," Indonesian actor Vino G. Bastian tweeted to his 1.9 million followers, gaining just under 20,000 likes. "133 people have died. And, your president came here to play fun football and laugh? Why don't you just play fun football at Kanjuruhan? Shame on you, @FIFAcom," popular Indonesian football account PanditFootball tweeted to its 600,000 followers, in a post retweeted more than 4,000 times.

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The initial tweet by the PSSI, whose posts rarely get replies in more than double figures, was deluged with more than 4,000 replies, which were overwhelmingly negative. Pundit Pangeran Siahaan said the officials were "extremely tone-deaf" for hosting the match. "I can't believe that the beleaguered PSSI and its chairman thought that the best idea to showcase its legitimacy was by being portrayed having a chuckle and kicking a football together with the FIFA president," he told AFP.

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An investigating task force last week called on Iriawan, a former Jakarta police chief, to resign over the disaster, along with the rest of the PSSI executive committee. Football analyst Akmal Marhali, who is part of the task force, said he thought the association would take Infantino to pay tribute to victims in the city of Malang where the tragedy unfolded.

"I don't know who suddenly decided to have fun with the football match when the graveyard soil is still wet," he said. The association did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Tuesday evening's match. Infantino's visit came less than three weeks after he described the disaster as "a dark day" for football, and before the Southeast Asian nation hosts the FIFA Under-20 World Cup from May next year.

Photos of FIFA's president laughing and high-fiving in a football match with local officials weeks after a stadium disaster killed 133 people in Indonesia sparked online fury in the country on Wednesday.

Photos of FIFA's president laughing and high-fiving in a football match with local officials weeks after a stadium disaster killed 133 people in Indonesia sparked online fury in the country on Wednesday. More than 40 children were among those killed in the stampede on October 1, one of the deadliest disasters in football history. Police had fired tear gas to quell a pitch invasion after a match in East Java. FIFA chief Gianni Infantino met Indonesian President Joko Widodo Tuesday in the capital Jakarta, the pair pledging to boost match safety and rebuild Arema FC's Kanjuruhan stadium to avoid a repeat of the disaster. But on Wednesday morning the Indonesian football association, or PSSI, posted images on its Twitter account of Infantino playing a football match in Jakarta with its under-fire chairman Mochamad Iriawan. "Instead of playing soccer together, it's better to go to the homes of the victims of the Kanjuruhan tragedy together. They are more important," Indonesian actor Vino G. Bastian tweeted to his 1.9 million followers, gaining just under 20,000 likes. "133 people have died. And, your president came here to play fun football and laugh? Why don't you just play fun football at Kanjuruhan? Shame on you, @FIFAcom," popular Indonesian football account PanditFootball tweeted to its 600,000 followers, in a post retweeted more than 4,000 times. FYI @FIFAcom, a few hours before your president laughed on the football field, a victim of the Kanjuruhan Tragedy died in the ICU. 133 people have died. And your president came here to (for one thing) play FUN FOOTBALL & laugh? Why don't you just play FUN FOOTBALL at Kanjuruhan? pic.twitter.com/B6UrqX7iqU — PanditFootball.com (@panditfootball) October 19, 2022 × The initial tweet by the PSSI, whose posts rarely get replies in more than double figures, was deluged with more than 4,000 replies, which were overwhelmingly negative. Pundit Pangeran Siahaan said the officials were "extremely tone-deaf" for hosting the match. "I can't believe that the beleaguered PSSI and its chairman thought that the best idea to showcase its legitimacy was by being portrayed having a chuckle and kicking a football together with the FIFA president," he told AFP. ALSO READ | Gonzalo Higuain's 'dream is over' as Argentine brings curtain down on football career An investigating task force last week called on Iriawan, a former Jakarta police chief, to resign over the disaster, along with the rest of the PSSI executive committee. Football analyst Akmal Marhali, who is part of the task force, said he thought the association would take Infantino to pay tribute to victims in the city of Malang where the tragedy unfolded. "I don't know who suddenly decided to have fun with the football match when the graveyard soil is still wet," he said. The association did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Tuesday evening's match. Infantino's visit came less than three weeks after he described the disaster as "a dark day" for football, and before the Southeast Asian nation hosts the FIFA Under-20 World Cup from May next year.

Fury at FIFA chief's kickabout in Indonesia following stadium stampede

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue. Since then, the Pakistan cricket fraternity have reacted to Shah's comments, who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief apart from being the BCCI Secretary.&nbsp;

After it was reported that PCB have threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if BCCI doesn't send the Indian team to Pakistan for the continental tournament, their board have finally reacted with a strong statement.

“The PCB has noted with surprise and disappointment of yesterday’s comments made by the ACC President Mr Jay Shah with regards to shifting of next year’s Asia Cup to a neutral venue. The comments were made without any discussion or consultation with the Board of the Asian Cricket Council or the Pakistan Cricket Board (event host) and without any thoughts towards their long-term consequences and implications.

“After having presided over the ACC meeting during which Pakistan was awarded the ACC Asia Cup with an overwhelming support and response from the ACC Board Members, Mr Shah’s statement of shifting of the ACC Asia Cup has clearly been made unilaterally. This is contrary to the philosophy and spirit for which the Asian Cricket Council was formed in September 1983 – a united Asian cricket body to safeguard the interests of the its Members and organise, develop, and promote the game of cricket in Asia," PCB said in a statement.

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“The overall impact of such statements have the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities, and can impact Pakistan’s visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle.

“The PCB has to date not received any official communication or clarification from the ACC on the statement of the ACC President. As such, the PCB has now requested the Asian Cricket Council to convene an emergency meeting of its Board as soon as practically possible to discuss this important and sensitive matter," the statement further added.

India and Pakistan only lock horns in multi-nation or ICC tournaments, due to strained political relations between both countries, and do not play bilateral series anymore. India and Pakistan met twice in the 2022 Asia Cup -- also held at a neutral venue with eventual winners Sri Lanka reserving the hosting rights -- and will now square off in the T20 World Cup Super 12 clash, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue.

Jay Shah, after the BCCI AGM on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, made an explosive claim that India won't be touring to Pakistan for next year's Asia Cup 2023 edition and, hence, the continental tournament will be held at a neutral venue. Since then, the Pakistan cricket fraternity have reacted to Shah's comments, who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief apart from being the BCCI Secretary. After it was reported that PCB have threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, in India, if BCCI doesn't send the Indian team to Pakistan for the continental tournament, their board have finally reacted with a strong statement. “The PCB has noted with surprise and disappointment of yesterday’s comments made by the ACC President Mr Jay Shah with regards to shifting of next year’s Asia Cup to a neutral venue. The comments were made without any discussion or consultation with the Board of the Asian Cricket Council or the Pakistan Cricket Board (event host) and without any thoughts towards their long-term consequences and implications. “After having presided over the ACC meeting during which Pakistan was awarded the ACC Asia Cup with an overwhelming support and response from the ACC Board Members, Mr Shah’s statement of shifting of the ACC Asia Cup has clearly been made unilaterally. This is contrary to the philosophy and spirit for which the Asian Cricket Council was formed in September 1983 – a united Asian cricket body to safeguard the interests of the its Members and organise, develop, and promote the game of cricket in Asia," PCB said in a statement. ALSO READ | 'Pakistan cricket can collapse without India' - Ramiz Raja's old video resurfaces online amid PCB-BCCI tension “The overall impact of such statements have the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities, and can impact Pakistan’s visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle. “The PCB has to date not received any official communication or clarification from the ACC on the statement of the ACC President. As such, the PCB has now requested the Asian Cricket Council to convene an emergency meeting of its Board as soon as practically possible to discuss this important and sensitive matter," the statement further added. India and Pakistan only lock horns in multi-nation or ICC tournaments, due to strained political relations between both countries, and do not play bilateral series anymore. India and Pakistan met twice in the 2022 Asia Cup -- also held at a neutral venue with eventual winners Sri Lanka reserving the hosting rights -- and will now square off in the T20 World Cup Super 12 clash, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

'It can impact Pakistan’s visit...': PCB issues strong statement after Jay Shah's comments on Asia Cup

Brazilian presidential candidate Lula da Silva criticised football star&nbsp;Neymar's support of&nbsp;far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro, accusing the player of&nbsp;being motivated by a debt "pardon".&nbsp;Last month,&nbsp;Neymar&nbsp;endorsed hardline conservative Bolsonaro as he fights to win reelection in his October 30 runoff battle against leftist ex-leader Lula.

"Neymar&nbsp;has the right to choose whoever he wants to be president. I think he is afraid that if I win the election I will find out what Bolsonaro pardoned from his income tax debt," Lula said in a YouTube interview on Tuesday. "I think that's why he's afraid of me," Lula added, laughing, when asked about&nbsp;Neymar's support for the president.

Expectations of a close contest have pushed both sides to intensify their attacks before the runoff, with Lula the frontrunner after the first-round election on October 2. "Obviously, Bolsonaro made a deal with (Neymar's) father. He now has an income tax problem in Spain," Lula said, alluding to a favorable ruling the player obtained in a tax evasion trial in Brazil, as well as the charges he faces in Barcelona for alleged irregularities in his 2013 club transfer.&nbsp;

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Lula added that it was ultimately a problem for the country's tax collection agency, and not him. This week, Lula secured the backing of another football legend.&nbsp; Former Brazilian player and Paris Saint-Germain star Rai gave Lula a silent shout-out at a gala awards ceremony in Paris, mentioning his country's elections before flashing an "L" sign with his right hand.

Lula has 53 percent of the vote heading into the October 30 runoff, to 47 percent for Bolsonaro, according to a poll released Friday by the Datafolha institute.

Brazilian presidential candidate Lula da Silva criticised football star Neymar's support of far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro, accusing the player of being motivated by a debt "pardon".

Brazilian presidential candidate Lula da Silva criticised football star Neymar's support of far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro, accusing the player of being motivated by a debt "pardon". Last month, Neymar endorsed hardline conservative Bolsonaro as he fights to win reelection in his October 30 runoff battle against leftist ex-leader Lula. "Neymar has the right to choose whoever he wants to be president. I think he is afraid that if I win the election I will find out what Bolsonaro pardoned from his income tax debt," Lula said in a YouTube interview on Tuesday. "I think that's why he's afraid of me," Lula added, laughing, when asked about Neymar's support for the president. Expectations of a close contest have pushed both sides to intensify their attacks before the runoff, with Lula the frontrunner after the first-round election on October 2. "Obviously, Bolsonaro made a deal with (Neymar's) father. He now has an income tax problem in Spain," Lula said, alluding to a favorable ruling the player obtained in a tax evasion trial in Brazil, as well as the charges he faces in Barcelona for alleged irregularities in his 2013 club transfer. ALSO READ | Brazil striker Neymar denies wrongdoing in court over Barcelona transfer Lula added that it was ultimately a problem for the country's tax collection agency, and not him. This week, Lula secured the backing of another football legend. Former Brazilian player and Paris Saint-Germain star Rai gave Lula a silent shout-out at a gala awards ceremony in Paris, mentioning his country's elections before flashing an "L" sign with his right hand. Lula has 53 percent of the vote heading into the October 30 runoff, to 47 percent for Bolsonaro, according to a poll released Friday by the Datafolha institute.

Brazilian presidential candidate Lula da Silva criticises Neymar for Bolsonaro support

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue. Since then, many former cricketers have reacted to the development whereas Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have reportedly threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India later next year.

"The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, later in the day, a report suggested that the PCB is set to take a harsh step following BCCI's latest decision over the 2023 Asia Cup. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI.&nbsp;"The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," &nbsp;the source added.

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Amid all the tension between PCB and the BCCI, an old video of Ramiz Raja has resurfaced online, where the former Pakistan captain and board's current chief was talking about Indian cricket's dominance in the sport. During an event last year, Ramiz had pointed out that&nbsp;India is financially running PCB and that it will collapse if the neighbouring country stops the funding&nbsp;"The ICC is a politicised body divided between the Asian and Western blocs and 90 per cent of its revenues are generated from India. It is frightening. In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket and if tomorrow the Indian PM decides he will not allow any funding to Pakistan, this cricket board can collapse," he had said.

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Former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi also reacted to Jay Shah's comments and lashed out at him. In a tweet, he had written, "When excellent comradery between the 2 sides in the past 12 months has been established that has created good feel-good factor in the 2 countries, why BCCI Secy will make this statement on the eve of #T20WorldCup match? Reflects lack of cricket administration experience in India."

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue.

After the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM), on Tuesday (October 18) in Mumbai, the board's Secretary Jay Shah -- who is also the Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a big claim that India won't be travelling to Pakistan for the 2023 Asia Cup and revealed that the continental tournament will be played at a neutral venue. Since then, many former cricketers have reacted to the development whereas Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have reportedly threatened to boycott the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India later next year. "The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media on Tuesday. Meanwhile, later in the day, a report suggested that the PCB is set to take a harsh step following BCCI's latest decision over the 2023 Asia Cup. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI. "The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the source added. ALSO READ | After BCCI's Asia Cup decision, PCB threatens to withdraw from 2023 ODI World Cup: Report Amid all the tension between PCB and the BCCI, an old video of Ramiz Raja has resurfaced online, where the former Pakistan captain and board's current chief was talking about Indian cricket's dominance in the sport. During an event last year, Ramiz had pointed out that India is financially running PCB and that it will collapse if the neighbouring country stops the funding "The ICC is a politicised body divided between the Asian and Western blocs and 90 per cent of its revenues are generated from India. It is frightening. In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket and if tomorrow the Indian PM decides he will not allow any funding to Pakistan, this cricket board can collapse," he had said. #AsiaCup2023 Random Pakistanis on social media We'll boycott WC 2023 Meanwhile PCB chairman - pic.twitter.com/KFO6Kp1y45 — cricket troll corner (@adityaraj2kfrek) October 18, 2022 × Former Pakistan all-rounder and captain Shahid Afridi also reacted to Jay Shah's comments and lashed out at him. In a tweet, he had written, "When excellent comradery between the 2 sides in the past 12 months has been established that has created good feel-good factor in the 2 countries, why BCCI Secy will make this statement on the eve of #T20WorldCup match? Reflects lack of cricket administration experience in India."

'Pakistan cricket can collapse without India' - Ramiz Raja's old video resurfaces online amid PCB-BCCI tension

Team India is set to commence their campaign in the Men's T20 World Cup with their opening fixture against Pakistan on Sunday (October 23) at the iconic MCG, Melbourne. After bowing out of the last year's edition, in the UAE, in the Super 12 round, India will look to start on a strong note. Ahead of Rohit Sharma &amp; Co.'s opening game, former Indian captain Kapil Dev has expressed concerns on India's chances of entering the semi-finals of the marquee event in Australia.

Speaking to the press in Lucknow, the 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil pointed out, "What more do you want in the side other than having all-rounders who could win matches for a side not only in the World Cup but in all other matches or events? A cricketer like Hardik Pandya has been quite useful for India. All-rounders are the key players of any side, and they become the strength of a team. An all-rounder like Hardik gives Rohit Sharma the liberty to make use of the sixth bowler in a match. He is a good batter, bowler and fielder too. Ravindra Jadeja is also a perfect all-rounder for India."

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“In T20 cricket, the team winning a match can lose the next... It’s a very difficult to talk about the chances of India winning the World Cup. The issue is can they make it to the top four? And I am concerned about their making it to the top four, only then anything can be said. For me, it’s just 30 % chance of India making it to the top (last) four.”

India will enter the showpiece event Down Under without the likes of premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. While Jadeja was ruled out due to a knee injury, Bumrah missed out due to a stress back fracture.&nbsp;

India are placed in Pool B with Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Africa whereas two more teams will join them from the qualifiers. The other group, i.e. Pool A, comprises Australia, England, New Zealand, Afghanistan and will also see two new additions following the ongoing qualifying round.

Team India is set to commence their campaign in the Men's T20 World Cup with their opening fixture against Pakistan on Sunday (October 23) at the iconic MCG, Melbourne.

Team India is set to commence their campaign in the Men's T20 World Cup with their opening fixture against Pakistan on Sunday (October 23) at the iconic MCG, Melbourne. After bowing out of the last year's edition, in the UAE, in the Super 12 round, India will look to start on a strong note. Ahead of Rohit Sharma & Co.'s opening game, former Indian captain Kapil Dev has expressed concerns on India's chances of entering the semi-finals of the marquee event in Australia. Speaking to the press in Lucknow, the 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil pointed out, "What more do you want in the side other than having all-rounders who could win matches for a side not only in the World Cup but in all other matches or events? A cricketer like Hardik Pandya has been quite useful for India. All-rounders are the key players of any side, and they become the strength of a team. An all-rounder like Hardik gives Rohit Sharma the liberty to make use of the sixth bowler in a match. He is a good batter, bowler and fielder too. Ravindra Jadeja is also a perfect all-rounder for India." ALSO READ | Sachin Tendulkar predicts semi-finalists of T20 World Cup 2022, includes India and Pakistan “In T20 cricket, the team winning a match can lose the next... It’s a very difficult to talk about the chances of India winning the World Cup. The issue is can they make it to the top four? And I am concerned about their making it to the top four, only then anything can be said. For me, it’s just 30 % chance of India making it to the top (last) four.” India will enter the showpiece event Down Under without the likes of premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. While Jadeja was ruled out due to a knee injury, Bumrah missed out due to a stress back fracture. India are placed in Pool B with Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Africa whereas two more teams will join them from the qualifiers. The other group, i.e. Pool A, comprises Australia, England, New Zealand, Afghanistan and will also see two new additions following the ongoing qualifying round.

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The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18)&nbsp;that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations. While the ACC is yet to discuss the matter in detail and decide on the venue, it has been confirmed that the next edition of the continental tournament will once again be held at a neutral place; as was the case for this year's edition.

Following Jay Shah's revelation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly threatened to pull out of the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India, if India do not travel to Pakistan for the 50-over Asia Cup next year. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI.

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"The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the PCB source further asserted.

After the comments from Shah, which came after BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Mumbai on Tuesday, the PCB are considering to pull out of the&nbsp;Asian Cricket Council (ACC) membership. Further, PCB chief and former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja is also planning to call for an immediate meeting&nbsp;of the Asian cricket's governing body in Australia.

"One option under consideration will be to pull out of the ACC as the PCB believes the ACC was formed to promote and develop cricket in the region and forge unity among the member nations. But the President of the ACC is going to give statements like these, there is no use for Pakistan to remain in the body," the source&nbsp;added.

Talking about the senior men's cricket team of India and Pakistan, both will lock horns in the upcoming Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18) that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Jay Shah -- who is also BCCI Secretary -- confirmed on Tuesday (October 18) that the 2023 Asia Cup won't happen in Pakistan as India won't be travelling to the neighbouring country, given the strained political relations between both nations. While the ACC is yet to discuss the matter in detail and decide on the venue, it has been confirmed that the next edition of the continental tournament will once again be held at a neutral place; as was the case for this year's edition. Following Jay Shah's revelation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly threatened to pull out of the 2023 ODI World Cup, to be held in India, if India do not travel to Pakistan for the 50-over Asia Cup next year. "The PCB is now prepared to take hard decisions and play hardball because it is also aware that the ICC and ACC events will have to face commercial liabilities and losses if Pakistan does not play India in these multi-team events," a senior PCB source told PTI. ALSO READ | 'What is BCCI's problem?' Saeed Anwar slams Indian cricket board for Asia Cup 2023 decision "The PCB is wondering in what capacity has Jay Shah given the statement that the ACC will look to relocate the Asia Cup to UAE out of Pakistan because the hosting rights were awarded by the executive board of the ACC not the President," the PCB source further asserted. After the comments from Shah, which came after BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Mumbai on Tuesday, the PCB are considering to pull out of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) membership. Further, PCB chief and former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja is also planning to call for an immediate meeting of the Asian cricket's governing body in Australia. "One option under consideration will be to pull out of the ACC as the PCB believes the ACC was formed to promote and develop cricket in the region and forge unity among the member nations. But the President of the ACC is going to give statements like these, there is no use for Pakistan to remain in the body," the source added. Talking about the senior men's cricket team of India and Pakistan, both will lock horns in the upcoming Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup 2022 edition, in Australia, at the MCG, Melbourne on October 23 (Sunday).

After BCCI's Asia Cup decision, PCB threatens to withdraw from 2023 ODI World Cup: Report

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) is set to take place which will see Roger Binny, former pacer and 1983 World Cup winning member, take over from Sourav Ganguly to become the board's 36th President.&nbsp;

It had been reported earlier that Binny was a strong contender to succeed Ganguly after the former Indian captain's exit was confirmed. Meanwhile, the election of the other office bearers will only be a formality as all will be elected unopposed. Jay Shah will continue to serve as the BCCI Secretary, Arun Dhumal will vacate the post of a treasurer and take over as the IPL chairman with Ashish Shelar succeeding him, Rajeev Shukla will be the vice-president whereas Devajit Saikia will be the joint secretary. The AGM will also see the board members dwelling on whether the BCCI is eager to field a candidate for the ICC chairmanship or back the incumbent Greg Bracley for another term.&nbsp;

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It is to be noted that the last date for filing the nomination for the ICC top post is October 20. Hence, a decision in this regard is set to take place on Tuesday. As of now, the two contenders who can be nominated by the BCCI are former presidents N Srinivasan and Anurag Thakur.&nbsp;

The other major agendas of the 91st BCCI AGM will be a discussion on the inaugural Women's IPL, tax liability on the 2023 ODI World Cup whereas a date on the IPL 2023 mini auction is also expected to be out.

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) is set to take place which will see Roger Binny, former pacer and 1983 World Cup winning member, take over from Sourav Ganguly to become the board's 36th President.

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) is set to take place which will see Roger Binny, former pacer and 1983 World Cup winning member, take over from Sourav Ganguly to become the board's 36th President. It had been reported earlier that Binny was a strong contender to succeed Ganguly after the former Indian captain's exit was confirmed. Meanwhile, the election of the other office bearers will only be a formality as all will be elected unopposed. Jay Shah will continue to serve as the BCCI Secretary, Arun Dhumal will vacate the post of a treasurer and take over as the IPL chairman with Ashish Shelar succeeding him, Rajeev Shukla will be the vice-president whereas Devajit Saikia will be the joint secretary. The AGM will also see the board members dwelling on whether the BCCI is eager to field a candidate for the ICC chairmanship or back the incumbent Greg Bracley for another term. ALSO READ | Mohammed Shami is a good replacement for Jasprit Bumrah, believes Sachin Tendulkar ahead of India's T20 WC opener It is to be noted that the last date for filing the nomination for the ICC top post is October 20. Hence, a decision in this regard is set to take place on Tuesday. As of now, the two contenders who can be nominated by the BCCI are former presidents N Srinivasan and Anurag Thakur. The other major agendas of the 91st BCCI AGM will be a discussion on the inaugural Women's IPL, tax liability on the 2023 ODI World Cup whereas a date on the IPL 2023 mini auction is also expected to be out.

Roger Binny set to succeed Sourav Ganguly as BCCI's 36th President in AGM

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has been charged with improper conduct following his outburst at the assistant referee during his side's 1-0 Premier League win against Manchester City at the weekend, the Football Association (FA) said on Tuesday. Klopp was sent to the stands for confronting the official after Liverpool's Mohamed Salah was denied a free kick late in the second half at Anfield.

"Juergen Klopp has been charged with a breach of&nbsp;FA&nbsp;Rule E3 following the Premier League game between Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC on Sunday [16/10/22]," the&nbsp;FA&nbsp;said in a statement. "It is alleged that the Liverpool FC manager's behaviour during the 86th minute of this game was improper, and he has until Friday [21/10/22] to provide a response."

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The decision means that the German is free to take charge of his side when they host West Ham United on Wednesday. Liverpool are eighth in the league standings with 13 points from nine games, two points ahead of 12th-placed West Ham.

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has been charged with improper conduct following his outburst at the assistant referee during his side's 1-0 Premier League win against Manchester City at the weekend, the Football Association (FA) said on Tuesday.

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has been charged with improper conduct following his outburst at the assistant referee during his side's 1-0 Premier League win against Manchester City at the weekend, the Football Association (FA) said on Tuesday. Klopp was sent to the stands for confronting the official after Liverpool's Mohamed Salah was denied a free kick late in the second half at Anfield. "Juergen Klopp has been charged with a breach of FA Rule E3 following the Premier League game between Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC on Sunday [16/10/22]," the FA said in a statement. "It is alleged that the Liverpool FC manager's behaviour during the 86th minute of this game was improper, and he has until Friday [21/10/22] to provide a response." pic.twitter.com/VJJx5ZE4GQ — FA Spokesperson (@FAspokesperson) October 18, 2022 × ALSO READ | Brazil striker Neymar denies wrongdoing in court over Barcelona transfer The decision means that the German is free to take charge of his side when they host West Ham United on Wednesday. Liverpool are eighth in the league standings with 13 points from nine games, two points ahead of 12th-placed West Ham.

PL: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp charged with improper conduct after outburst at referee vs Man City

Indian team came from behind on Tuesday to defeat Australia 3-2 loss in their Group B match at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Badminton Championships being held in Santander, Spain. The men`s doubles team of Arsh Mohammad and Abhinav Thakur lost India`s first tie by 21-12, 21-17 to Ricky Tang and Otto Xing de Zhao.

The 14-year-old world number 5 Unnati Hooda made things even with a comfortable 21-6, 21-9 victory over Sydney Go in the women`s singles match, according to Olympics.com. In the third match which stretched to three sets, India`s Bharat Raghav lost to Jack Yu by 19-21, 21-16, 15-21.

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India levelled again in the women`s doubles as Isharani Baruah and Devika Sihag defeated Dania Nugroho and Catrina Chia-Yu Tan by 21-8, 21-8. The Indian mixed pair of Vignesh Thathineni and Srinidhi Naryanan completed a 21-12, 21-16 win over Otto Xing de Zhao and Yuelin Zhang to give India a match-winning 3-2 lead. India is now in the second position in Group B with two points from three matches. It had earlier defeated Iceland by 5-0 before it lost to China by a similar scoreline. India will take on Slovenia in their final group tie on Wednesday with the hope to win the match. India`s chances to make it to the quarterfinals will also depend on China`s performance in matches against Iceland or Australia.

The championship started in Spain from October 17 and will go on till October 22.

Indian team came from behind on Tuesday to defeat Australia 3-2 loss in their Group B match at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Badminton Championships being held in Santander, Spain.

Indian team came from behind on Tuesday to defeat Australia 3-2 loss in their Group B match at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Badminton Championships being held in Santander, Spain. The men`s doubles team of Arsh Mohammad and Abhinav Thakur lost India`s first tie by 21-12, 21-17 to Ricky Tang and Otto Xing de Zhao. The 14-year-old world number 5 Unnati Hooda made things even with a comfortable 21-6, 21-9 victory over Sydney Go in the women`s singles match, according to Olympics.com. In the third match which stretched to three sets, India`s Bharat Raghav lost to Jack Yu by 19-21, 21-16, 15-21. ALSO READ | India's woman grandmaster Priyanka Nutakki expelled from World Junior Chess Championship India levelled again in the women`s doubles as Isharani Baruah and Devika Sihag defeated Dania Nugroho and Catrina Chia-Yu Tan by 21-8, 21-8. The Indian mixed pair of Vignesh Thathineni and Srinidhi Naryanan completed a 21-12, 21-16 win over Otto Xing de Zhao and Yuelin Zhang to give India a match-winning 3-2 lead. India is now in the second position in Group B with two points from three matches. It had earlier defeated Iceland by 5-0 before it lost to China by a similar scoreline. India will take on Slovenia in their final group tie on Wednesday with the hope to win the match. India`s chances to make it to the quarterfinals will also depend on China`s performance in matches against Iceland or Australia. The championship started in Spain from October 17 and will go on till October 22.

India beat Australia 3-2 in BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championship

Neymar only signed documents his father gave him and did nothing illegal, the Brazil superstar told a Spanish court Tuesday where he is on trial for alleged irregularities over his transfer to Barcelona nearly a decade ago.

"My father has always been in charge" of contract negotiations, the 30-year-old told the Barcelona court hearing the case. "I sign what he tells me to." The trial is the culmination of a years-long legal saga over his 2013 transfer, with Neymar one of nine defendants in the dock on corruption-related charges, among them his parents and their N&amp;N company, which manages his affairs.

The proceedings began barely a month before the November 20 start of the World Cup, at which Neymar is expected to play a key role for Brazil.&nbsp; Dressed in a dark suit and white shirt, the footballer said he didn't remember if he participated in talks leading to a pre-contract deal with Barcelona in 2011 ahead of his transfer two years later from the Brazilian club Santos.

He said he had always dreamed of playing for Barca so he had prioritised their offer over that of other clubs, such as Real Madrid.&nbsp;

"Neymar never takes part in the negotiations," his father Neymar Da Silva Santos told the court.&nbsp;

If convicted, prosecutors have called for a two-year jail term and a 10-million-euro ($9.7 million) fine for the footballer who since 2017 has played for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).&nbsp;

Prison terms of two years or less are never enforced in Spain for a first-time offender.

<h2>- Complicity to defraud -</h2>

Investigators began probing the transfer after a 2015 complaint filed by DIS, a Brazilian company that owned 40 percent of the player's sporting rights when he was at Santos.

The firm claims that Neymar, Barcelona and the Brazilian club colluded to mask the true cost of his transfer thereby defrauding it of its legitimate financial interests.&nbsp; Barca said the transfer was valued at 57.1 million euros, with 40 million euros paid to N&amp;N and 17.1 million to Santos, of which 6.8 million was given to DIS.

Spanish prosecutors believe the actual value was at least 83 million euros. Neymar had originally been due to testify later in the month but the court agreed to bring forward his appearance in order to avoid a clash with his busy PSG schedule.&nbsp; After testifying, the court agreed Neymar and his family could return to Paris immediately and take part in the trial's conclusion, expected on October 31,&nbsp;by video conference.&nbsp;

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The PSG forward, who scored the only goal of their Ligue 1 match against Marseille on Sunday night, had spent two hours in court on Monday for the opening of the trial but was excused by the judge to allow him time to rest.&nbsp;

<h2>- 'Not my responsibility' -</h2>

DIS also claims financial harm from the 2011 pre-contract agreement with Barca saying it had impeded other clubs from making offers and affected the value of the transfer fee. But Neymar Sr told the court the talks had been authorised by the Brazilian club at the time and that "it was Santos' responsibility" to inform DIS, and not his.&nbsp;

Other defendants in the dock include two former Barca presidents, Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu, and ex-Santos boss Odilio Rodrigues Filho. DIS is seeking to recover 35 million euros.

Neymar's lawyers insist their client is innocent, saying the 40-million-euro payment from Barca was a "legal signing bonus which is normal in the football transfer market". The footballer is having one of his best seasons since he joined PSG. His Sunday night goal against Marseille was his ninth league goal of the season, and he has seven assists in 11 Ligue 1 matches.

Neymar is expected to play a key role for Brazil at the World Cup in Qatar, as the South American giants seek to win the trophy for the first time since 2002, and the sixth in total.&nbsp; He will lead the Selecao into their Group G opener against Serbia on November 24.&nbsp;

Neymar only signed documents his father gave him and did nothing illegal, the Brazil superstar told a Spanish court Tuesday where he is on trial for alleged irregularities over his transfer to Barcelona nearly a decade ago.

Neymar only signed documents his father gave him and did nothing illegal, the Brazil superstar told a Spanish court Tuesday where he is on trial for alleged irregularities over his transfer to Barcelona nearly a decade ago. "My father has always been in charge" of contract negotiations, the 30-year-old told the Barcelona court hearing the case. "I sign what he tells me to." The trial is the culmination of a years-long legal saga over his 2013 transfer, with Neymar one of nine defendants in the dock on corruption-related charges, among them his parents and their N&N company, which manages his affairs. The proceedings began barely a month before the November 20 start of the World Cup, at which Neymar is expected to play a key role for Brazil. Dressed in a dark suit and white shirt, the footballer said he didn't remember if he participated in talks leading to a pre-contract deal with Barcelona in 2011 ahead of his transfer two years later from the Brazilian club Santos. He said he had always dreamed of playing for Barca so he had prioritised their offer over that of other clubs, such as Real Madrid. "Neymar never takes part in the negotiations," his father Neymar Da Silva Santos told the court. If convicted, prosecutors have called for a two-year jail term and a 10-million-euro ($9.7 million) fine for the footballer who since 2017 has played for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Prison terms of two years or less are never enforced in Spain for a first-time offender. - Complicity to defraud - Investigators began probing the transfer after a 2015 complaint filed by DIS, a Brazilian company that owned 40 percent of the player's sporting rights when he was at Santos. The firm claims that Neymar, Barcelona and the Brazilian club colluded to mask the true cost of his transfer thereby defrauding it of its legitimate financial interests. Barca said the transfer was valued at 57.1 million euros, with 40 million euros paid to N&N and 17.1 million to Santos, of which 6.8 million was given to DIS. Spanish prosecutors believe the actual value was at least 83 million euros. Neymar had originally been due to testify later in the month but the court agreed to bring forward his appearance in order to avoid a clash with his busy PSG schedule. After testifying, the court agreed Neymar and his family could return to Paris immediately and take part in the trial's conclusion, expected on October 31, by video conference. ALSO READ | Brazil star Neymar arrives at Barcelona court to face trial on fraud and corruption charges over 2013 transfer The PSG forward, who scored the only goal of their Ligue 1 match against Marseille on Sunday night, had spent two hours in court on Monday for the opening of the trial but was excused by the judge to allow him time to rest. - 'Not my responsibility' - DIS also claims financial harm from the 2011 pre-contract agreement with Barca saying it had impeded other clubs from making offers and affected the value of the transfer fee. But Neymar Sr told the court the talks had been authorised by the Brazilian club at the time and that "it was Santos' responsibility" to inform DIS, and not his. Other defendants in the dock include two former Barca presidents, Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu, and ex-Santos boss Odilio Rodrigues Filho. DIS is seeking to recover 35 million euros. Neymar's lawyers insist their client is innocent, saying the 40-million-euro payment from Barca was a "legal signing bonus which is normal in the football transfer market". The footballer is having one of his best seasons since he joined PSG. His Sunday night goal against Marseille was his ninth league goal of the season, and he has seven assists in 11 Ligue 1 matches. Neymar is expected to play a key role for Brazil at the World Cup in Qatar, as the South American giants seek to win the trophy for the first time since 2002, and the sixth in total. He will lead the Selecao into their Group G opener against Serbia on November 24.

Brazil striker Neymar denies wrongdoing in court over Barcelona transfer

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly.

After the AGM, Jay Shah -- who is BCCI Secretary and also Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a bid revelation. He confirmed that the 2023 Asia Cup won't be held in Pakistan and the continental tournament will take place at a neutral venue, as was the case with this year's edition. After the decision was announced by&nbsp;Shah, former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar&nbsp;reacted to the development and slammed BCCI.

"When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year. #PAKvIND #Cricket," Anwar tweeted.

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"The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue,"&nbsp;Shah had told the media after BCCI's&nbsp;(AGM).

It is to be noted that the ACC&nbsp;is yet to discuss the issue, after which a decision will come out. The 2022 Asia Cup was held in the UAE, with&nbsp;Sri Lanka -- the original hosts -- retaining the hosting rights. The Lankans won the tournament, held in T20I format, beating Pakistan by 23 runs.&nbsp;

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly.

On Tuesday (October 18), the BCCI's 91st Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held in Mumbai. It led to the official announcement of Roger Binny, former Indian all-rounder, taking over as the Indian cricket board's 36th President, succeeding Sourav Ganguly. After the AGM, Jay Shah -- who is BCCI Secretary and also Asian Cricket Council's (ACC) chief -- made a bid revelation. He confirmed that the 2023 Asia Cup won't be held in Pakistan and the continental tournament will take place at a neutral venue, as was the case with this year's edition. After the decision was announced by Shah, former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar reacted to the development and slammed BCCI. "When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year. #PAKvIND #Cricket," Anwar tweeted. When all international teams and international cricketers come to Pakistan for @OfficialPSL, what is @BCCI's problem. If BCCI is willing to go to a neutral venue, then @TheRealPCB should also be willing to go to a neutral venue for the WC in India next year.#PAKvIND #Cricket — Saeed Anwar (@ImSaeedAnwar) October 18, 2022 × ALSO READ | India won't tour Pakistan for 2023 Asia Cup, tournament to be held at neutral venue: ACC chief Jay Shah "The Asia Cup 2023 will be held at a neutral venue. I am saying this as ACC President. We [India] can't go there [to Pakistan], they can't come here. In the past also, Asia Cup has been played at a neutral venue," Shah had told the media after BCCI's (AGM). It is to be noted that the ACC is yet to discuss the issue, after which a decision will come out. The 2022 Asia Cup was held in the UAE, with Sri Lanka -- the original hosts -- retaining the hosting rights. The Lankans won the tournament, held in T20I format, beating Pakistan by 23 runs.

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