The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah has been reappointed as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bali. Shah&nbsp;was unanimously elected for his third stint as the ACC chairman on Wednesday (Jan 31). The Indian administrator was first elected to the post in 2021 and has successfully seen the operations of the organisation where the Asian Cup was the centre of attraction.

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On Wednesday in Bali, where several topics were on the discussion table, Shah was unanimously elected for his third consecutive stint as the chairman of the ACC. His first two stints have seen the ACC handle critical matters of COVID-19 and successfully arrange the Asia Cup and the U19 Asia Cup. The 2023 Asian Cup played in Pakistan and Sri Lanka was a critical matter of discussion and Shah successfully managed to conduct the competition.

With India’s stance of not traveling to Pakistan for the Asia Cup, Shah and his team successfully negotiated a formula to stage the tournament. The hybrid model was in use for the 2023 Asia Cup where the tournament was played in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, despite the former being the official host.

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Shah during his tenure has been successful in the introduction of the Women's T20 Asia Cup and Emerging Asia Cup which was the U19 version of the tournament in both genders.

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Shah was also the focal administrator during the ODI World Cup held in India as the BCCI’s secretary. Shah’s BCCI tenure has also been a success story so far where he launched the Women’s Premier League (WPL) in 2023. His decision to increase the pension of former players and umpires has also seen his popularity grow.

The news on Wednesday also shuts down the rumours surrounding Shah’s potential bid to become the next International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman. There were rumours of him being linked with the chairman role at the apex body of cricket with him resigning as the ACC chairman. However, with him now continuing in his role as ACC chairman, the talks with office at ICC are at least temporarily on hold.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah has been reappointed as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bali.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah has been reappointed as the chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bali. Shah was unanimously elected for his third stint as the ACC chairman on Wednesday (Jan 31). The Indian administrator was first elected to the post in 2021 and has successfully seen the operations of the organisation where the Asian Cup was the centre of attraction. Shah reappointed as ACC chairman On Wednesday in Bali, where several topics were on the discussion table, Shah was unanimously elected for his third consecutive stint as the chairman of the ACC. His first two stints have seen the ACC handle critical matters of COVID-19 and successfully arrange the Asia Cup and the U19 Asia Cup. The 2023 Asian Cup played in Pakistan and Sri Lanka was a critical matter of discussion and Shah successfully managed to conduct the competition. With India’s stance of not traveling to Pakistan for the Asia Cup, Shah and his team successfully negotiated a formula to stage the tournament. The hybrid model was in use for the 2023 Asia Cup where the tournament was played in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, despite the former being the official host. × Shah during his tenure has been successful in the introduction of the Women's T20 Asia Cup and Emerging Asia Cup which was the U19 version of the tournament in both genders. ALSO READ | Explained | The curious case of now suspended Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva Shah was also the focal administrator during the ODI World Cup held in India as the BCCI’s secretary. Shah’s BCCI tenure has also been a success story so far where he launched the Women’s Premier League (WPL) in 2023. His decision to increase the pension of former players and umpires has also seen his popularity grow. The news on Wednesday also shuts down the rumours surrounding Shah’s potential bid to become the next International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman. There were rumours of him being linked with the chairman role at the apex body of cricket with him resigning as the ACC chairman. However, with him now continuing in his role as ACC chairman, the talks with office at ICC are at least temporarily on hold.

Jay Shah reappointed as Asian Cricket Council chairman during Bali AGM; set for third stint

A day after it got reported that the PCB chief Najam Sethi has threatened BCCI secretary Jay Shah that Pakistan will think about boycotting the 2023 World Cup in India if the venue for this year’s Asia Cup is changed, the former Pakistani legend Javed Miandad has commented on the same. Pakistan was allotted the hosting rights of this year’s Asia Cup,&nbsp;however,&nbsp;following Jay Shah’s selection as the new president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) last year, this decision was put on hold&nbsp;as Shah had cleared that India will not travel to Pakistan owing to political tensions between both countries.

During the recent ACC meeting in Bahrain on the past Saturday, it is believed the dialogues were exchanged between both parties and now the final decision on the change in venue for the Asia Cup will be taken in the next meet in March.

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Furious over BCCI’s stance of not coming over to Pakistan for the multi-team event due&nbsp;to reasons known to them, the World Cup-winner Javed Miandad lashed out at the board saying India can go to hell, and that Pakistan doesn’t care about them. Speaking to the media at an event in Pakistan, Javed added that it’s ICC’s job to ensure that India travels to Pakistan for the Asia Cup, and if they can’t do that, then what’s the point of being a governing body.

"I have said this before as well, India can go to hell if they don't want to come to Pakistan. It doesn't bother us. It is ICC's job to ensure that India comes. If ICC can't control it then what's the use of being a governing body? Javed said.

"It should have the same rules for every team, if they don't fulfill commitments, however, strong they may be. India doesn't run cricket. It may be a powerhouse but in its home, not for us, and not for the world. Come play in Pakistan, why don't you play? If India loses in Pakistan, their public will not tolerate that,” the former captain added. "ICC should take strict action. Why is it there if they are not able to control these things? They have to put an end to things. ICC should take action against this kind of issue.”

Meanwhile, Ramiz Raja, who held the top post in Pakistan cricket before this echoed the same words.

Pakistan is also slated to host the 2025 Champions Trophy.

A day after it got reported that the PCB chief Najam Sethi has threatened BCCI secretary Jay Shah that Pakistan will think about boycotting the 2023 World Cup in India if the venue for this year’s Asia Cup is changed, the former Pakistani legend Javed Miandad has commented on the same.

A day after it got reported that the PCB chief Najam Sethi has threatened BCCI secretary Jay Shah that Pakistan will think about boycotting the 2023 World Cup in India if the venue for this year’s Asia Cup is changed, the former Pakistani legend Javed Miandad has commented on the same. Pakistan was allotted the hosting rights of this year’s Asia Cup, however, following Jay Shah’s selection as the new president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) last year, this decision was put on hold as Shah had cleared that India will not travel to Pakistan owing to political tensions between both countries. During the recent ACC meeting in Bahrain on the past Saturday, it is believed the dialogues were exchanged between both parties and now the final decision on the change in venue for the Asia Cup will be taken in the next meet in March. ALSO READ: PCB chief Najam Sethi tells BCCI secretary Jay Shah, 'If Asia Cup is moved out of Pakistan then...' Furious over BCCI’s stance of not coming over to Pakistan for the multi-team event due to reasons known to them, the World Cup-winner Javed Miandad lashed out at the board saying India can go to hell, and that Pakistan doesn’t care about them. Speaking to the media at an event in Pakistan, Javed added that it’s ICC’s job to ensure that India travels to Pakistan for the Asia Cup, and if they can’t do that, then what’s the point of being a governing body. "I have said this before as well, India can go to hell if they don't want to come to Pakistan. It doesn't bother us. It is ICC's job to ensure that India comes. If ICC can't control it then what's the use of being a governing body? Javed said. "It should have the same rules for every team, if they don't fulfill commitments, however, strong they may be. India doesn't run cricket. It may be a powerhouse but in its home, not for us, and not for the world. Come play in Pakistan, why don't you play? If India loses in Pakistan, their public will not tolerate that,” the former captain added. "ICC should take strict action. Why is it there if they are not able to control these things? They have to put an end to things. ICC should take action against this kind of issue.” Meanwhile, Ramiz Raja, who held the top post in Pakistan cricket before this echoed the same words. Pakistan is also slated to host the 2025 Champions Trophy.

'India can go to hell...' - Javed Miandad bashes ICC, BCCI over Asia Cup venue change rumours

On Thursday (January 05), Asian Cricket Council chief, and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah announced the cricketing calendar for 2023 and 2024. In a tweet, he wrote, "Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure &amp; cricket calendars for 2023 &amp; 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts &amp; passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket."

However, Shah's announcement didn't please Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi. He, thus, took&nbsp;a dig at ACC chief for 'for unilaterally presenting ACC structure and calendars 2023-24' and wrote in response, "Thank you Jay Shah for unilaterally presenting ACC structure and calendars 2023-24 especially relating to Asia Cup 2023 for which Pakistan is the event host. While you are at it, you might as well present structure and calendar of our PSL 2023! A swift response will be appreciated."

The ACC, in a statement, has now&nbsp;called&nbsp;Sethi's claims baseless and revealed that they had already emailed&nbsp;the PCB&nbsp;about the calendar of Asian cricket on December 22. "It has come to our knowledge that PCB Chairman Mr. Najam Sethi has made a comment on the ACC President unilaterally taking the decision on finalising the calendar and announcing the same. The ACC wants to clarify that it has followed established due process. The calendar was approved by its Development Committee and Finance &amp; Marketing Committee in a meeting held on December 13th, 2022," the ACC said.

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The statement further added, "The calendar was then communicated to all the participating members individually, including the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), via an email dated December 22nd, 2022. While responses were received from certain Member Boards, no comments or suggested modifications were received from PCB. In view of the above, Mr. Sethi’s comments on a social media platform are baseless and are vehemently denied by the ACC."

It will be interesting to see if Najam Sethi responds to ACC's statement. After slamming Jay Shah, he was raised questions on the BCCI regarding the Asia Cup and ODI World Cup during a conversation with Sports Tak.&nbsp;

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As Jay Shah had confirmed that Asia Cup won't happen in India as Team India won't play Pakistan on their home soil, Pakistan had threatened to pull out of this year's ODI WC. Regarding all this and the 2025 Champions Trophy, also to be held in Pakistan, Sethi respondes strongly.

'What type of standards are these?'

Sethi said, "If you won't come to Pakistan and then say come to India. What type of standards are these? I believe that politics should be kept far aside. BCCI is an independent board but ours (PCB) is linked to the government. So definitely we have to take many permissions from the government but the BCCI considers itself as an independent and private unit then such type of politics isn't necessary." He stated, "What is neutral venue? Why should we host our tournament in a neutral country? Let's play the 2023 World Cup match between India and Pakistan at a neutral venue in Australia then."

Sethi further opined, "Earlier also Mr Jay Shah gave a statement in which my predecessor Mr Ramiz Raja was not happy with that and expressed disappointment. He announced before that we (India) won't play against Pakistan in Pakistan." He added, "So the thing is on one side you want Pakistan to come and play the World Cup (2023) in India. On the other end, you say we don't want to go to Pakistan to play the Asia Cup. Tomorrow when the Champions Trophy will be played in Pakistan, won't you play that as well?."

On Thursday (January 05), Asian Cricket Council chief, and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah announced the cricketing calendar for 2023 and 2024. In a tweet, he wrote, "Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure & cricket calendars for 2023 & 2024!

On Thursday (January 05), Asian Cricket Council chief, and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah announced the cricketing calendar for 2023 and 2024. In a tweet, he wrote, "Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure & cricket calendars for 2023 & 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts & passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket." However, Shah's announcement didn't please Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) chairman Najam Sethi. He, thus, took a dig at ACC chief for 'for unilaterally presenting ACC structure and calendars 2023-24' and wrote in response, "Thank you Jay Shah for unilaterally presenting ACC structure and calendars 2023-24 especially relating to Asia Cup 2023 for which Pakistan is the event host. While you are at it, you might as well present structure and calendar of our PSL 2023! A swift response will be appreciated." The ACC, in a statement, has now called Sethi's claims baseless and revealed that they had already emailed the PCB about the calendar of Asian cricket on December 22. "It has come to our knowledge that PCB Chairman Mr. Najam Sethi has made a comment on the ACC President unilaterally taking the decision on finalising the calendar and announcing the same. The ACC wants to clarify that it has followed established due process. The calendar was approved by its Development Committee and Finance & Marketing Committee in a meeting held on December 13th, 2022," the ACC said. Also read: 'You want Pakistan to come for ODI WC, but don't want to visit us for Asia Cup?' PCB chief slams Jay Shah The statement further added, "The calendar was then communicated to all the participating members individually, including the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), via an email dated December 22nd, 2022. While responses were received from certain Member Boards, no comments or suggested modifications were received from PCB. In view of the above, Mr. Sethi’s comments on a social media platform are baseless and are vehemently denied by the ACC." It will be interesting to see if Najam Sethi responds to ACC's statement. After slamming Jay Shah, he was raised questions on the BCCI regarding the Asia Cup and ODI World Cup during a conversation with Sports Tak. Also read: Asia Cup to be held in September before ODI World Cup, confirms ACC chairman Jay Shah As Jay Shah had confirmed that Asia Cup won't happen in India as Team India won't play Pakistan on their home soil, Pakistan had threatened to pull out of this year's ODI WC. Regarding all this and the 2025 Champions Trophy, also to be held in Pakistan, Sethi respondes strongly. 'What type of standards are these?' Sethi said, "If you won't come to Pakistan and then say come to India. What type of standards are these? I believe that politics should be kept far aside. BCCI is an independent board but ours (PCB) is linked to the government. So definitely we have to take many permissions from the government but the BCCI considers itself as an independent and private unit then such type of politics isn't necessary." He stated, "What is neutral venue? Why should we host our tournament in a neutral country? Let's play the 2023 World Cup match between India and Pakistan at a neutral venue in Australia then." Sethi further opined, "Earlier also Mr Jay Shah gave a statement in which my predecessor Mr Ramiz Raja was not happy with that and expressed disappointment. He announced before that we (India) won't play against Pakistan in Pakistan." He added, "So the thing is on one side you want Pakistan to come and play the World Cup (2023) in India. On the other end, you say we don't want to go to Pakistan to play the Asia Cup. Tomorrow when the Champions Trophy will be played in Pakistan, won't you play that as well?."

ACC slams Najam Sethi after PCB chief's dig at Jay Shah for announcing cricket calendar for 2023 & 2024

On Thursday (January 05), the Asian Cricket Council chairman&nbsp;and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah&nbsp;released the calendar for 2023 and 2024, confirming that the forthcoming Asia Cup 2023 edition will be held in September. Hence, the marquee continental tournament will take place in the subcontinent -- with no confirmation regarding the hosts -- ahead of this year's ODI World Cup in India.

Thus, India and Pakistan's rivalry will resume at the Asia Cup. In 2022, both sides faced each other thrice and produced thrilling ties each and every time. India and Pakistan met twice in the Asia Cup, with both winning and losing once, before Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. edged past Babar Azam's Men in Green by four wickets in a riveting T20 World Cup 2022 encounter, at the MCG, Melbourne, on October 23.

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"Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure &amp; cricket calendars for 2023 &amp; 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts &amp; passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket," tweeted Jay Shah.

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Thus, fans can expect a lot of fireworks in the upcoming Asia Cup with India, Pakistan, and a qualifier in the same group whereas Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan will be in the other group. It will be played in the same format as&nbsp;in 2022. It will commence with the group stage before the action moves to the Super Four and conclude with&nbsp;the finale. The tournament will be held in the ODI format, as a dress rehearsal for the 50-over World Cup in India. Nonetheless, there is no clarity on which country will host the event after Jay Shah confirmed, in late 2022, that India can't travel to Pakistan and, hence,&nbsp;this year's edition will also be at a neutral venue. Last year, SL were&nbsp;the hosts while the tournament was held in the UAE.

India have won the Asia Cup on seven occasions, followed by current champions Sri Lanka (six) and Pakistan (winning it twice).&nbsp;Meanwhile, the women’s Asia Cup will take place exactly a year later,&nbsp;in September 2024, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh to be joined by two qualifiers. Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian eves won the 2022 edition with a comprehensive win over the Islanders in the final.&nbsp; 
 
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On Thursday (January 05), the Asian Cricket Council chairman and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah released the calendar for 2023 and 2024, confirming that the forthcoming Asia Cup 2023 edition will be held in September.

On Thursday (January 05), the Asian Cricket Council chairman and BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah released the calendar for 2023 and 2024, confirming that the forthcoming Asia Cup 2023 edition will be held in September. Hence, the marquee continental tournament will take place in the subcontinent -- with no confirmation regarding the hosts -- ahead of this year's ODI World Cup in India. Thus, India and Pakistan's rivalry will resume at the Asia Cup. In 2022, both sides faced each other thrice and produced thrilling ties each and every time. India and Pakistan met twice in the Asia Cup, with both winning and losing once, before Rohit Sharma & Co. edged past Babar Azam's Men in Green by four wickets in a riveting T20 World Cup 2022 encounter, at the MCG, Melbourne, on October 23. Also read: BCCI to airlift Rishabh Pant to Mumbai, mulling to send him overseas for expert care "Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure & cricket calendars for 2023 & 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts & passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket," tweeted Jay Shah. Presenting the @ACCMedia1 pathway structure & cricket calendars for 2023 & 2024! This signals our unparalleled efforts & passion to take this game to new heights. With cricketers across countries gearing up for spectacular performances, it promises to be a good time for cricket! pic.twitter.com/atzBO4XjIn — Jay Shah (@JayShah) January 5, 2023 × Thus, fans can expect a lot of fireworks in the upcoming Asia Cup with India, Pakistan, and a qualifier in the same group whereas Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan will be in the other group. It will be played in the same format as in 2022. It will commence with the group stage before the action moves to the Super Four and conclude with the finale. The tournament will be held in the ODI format, as a dress rehearsal for the 50-over World Cup in India. Nonetheless, there is no clarity on which country will host the event after Jay Shah confirmed, in late 2022, that India can't travel to Pakistan and, hence, this year's edition will also be at a neutral venue. Last year, SL were the hosts while the tournament was held in the UAE. India have won the Asia Cup on seven occasions, followed by current champions Sri Lanka (six) and Pakistan (winning it twice). Meanwhile, the women’s Asia Cup will take place exactly a year later, in September 2024, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh to be joined by two qualifiers. Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian eves won the 2022 edition with a comprehensive win over the Islanders in the final. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Asia Cup to be held in September before ODI World Cup, confirms ACC chairman Jay Shah

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah's term as president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) was on Saturday unanimously extended by a year -- till the 2024 AGM.

The decision was taken at the ACC AGM in Colombo.

Shah had taken over the reins of the ACC in January last year from Nazmul Hassan, president, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), making him the youngest administrator to be re-appointed as the ACC president.

Addressing the AGM, Shah, said, "I would like to thank all of my esteemed colleagues at the ACC for reposing their faith in me and considering me worthy to carry on all the work we had begun. I humbly accept this honour and am committed to working hard with a view to organise, develop and promote our beloved sport of cricket in the region, aiding the ACC to steadily grown in stature."

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"We remain committed towards ensuring the all-round development of cricket in the region, especially carrying forward the pioneering work in women's cricket and the multiple grassroots tournaments the ACC conducts in the region around the year. The pandemic hopefully is behind us and I am keen that we adapt, innovate and help the ACC grow from strength to strength from hereon," added Shah. 
 
Shah's extension as ACC president was proposed by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) president Shammi Silva and the nomination was backed unanimously by all the members of the ACC.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah's term as president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) was on Saturday unanimously extended by a year -- till the 2024 AGM.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah's term as president of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) was on Saturday unanimously extended by a year -- till the 2024 AGM. The decision was taken at the ACC AGM in Colombo. Shah had taken over the reins of the ACC in January last year from Nazmul Hassan, president, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), making him the youngest administrator to be re-appointed as the ACC president. Addressing the AGM, Shah, said, "I would like to thank all of my esteemed colleagues at the ACC for reposing their faith in me and considering me worthy to carry on all the work we had begun. I humbly accept this honour and am committed to working hard with a view to organise, develop and promote our beloved sport of cricket in the region, aiding the ACC to steadily grown in stature." ALSO READ: Women's World Cup 2022: Can India still qualify for semi-finals after six-wicket defeat against Australia? "We remain committed towards ensuring the all-round development of cricket in the region, especially carrying forward the pioneering work in women's cricket and the multiple grassroots tournaments the ACC conducts in the region around the year. The pandemic hopefully is behind us and I am keen that we adapt, innovate and help the ACC grow from strength to strength from hereon," added Shah. Shah's extension as ACC president was proposed by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) president Shammi Silva and the nomination was backed unanimously by all the members of the ACC.

BCCI secretary Jay Shah's term as Asian Cricket Council president extended by a year

The Executive Board of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Monday deferred a decision on the fate of Asia Cup T20 2020 after meeting via video-conference. Speculations are rife that the Asia Cup 2020 might be postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic but in the meeting, the ACC emphasized on the importance of conducting the Asia Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Pakistan in the month of September.

While the Asia Cup 2020 is expected to be shifted to another country if the tournament is held, as India cannot travel to Pakistan. The ACC is expected to wait for ICC’s decision on the T20 World Cup in Australia, slated to be held in October-November before taking a decision on the Asia Cup.&nbsp;

"...the Board emphasised on the importance of holding the Asia Cup 2020. In light of the impact and consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, possible venue options for the Asia Cup 2020 were discussed and it was decided to take the final decision in due course," an ACC press release stated after the meeting on Monday.

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This was the first continental meeting attended by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah with the ACC board meeting chaired by BCB president Nazmul Hasan Papon.

While there were discussions regarding the postponement of the Asia Cup T20, no consensus could be reached. Another major topic discussed was ACC’s involvement in the 2022 Asian Games in China.&nbsp;

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"The Board was also apprised of the status and progress of the ACC's involvement with the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China," it stated. 
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The Executive Board of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Monday deferred a decision on the fate of Asia Cup T20 2020 after meeting via video-conference. Speculations are rife that the Asia Cup 2020 might be postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic but in the meeting, the ACC emphasized on the importance of conducting the Asia Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Pakistan in the month of September.

The Executive Board of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Monday deferred a decision on the fate of Asia Cup T20 2020 after meeting via video-conference. Speculations are rife that the Asia Cup 2020 might be postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic but in the meeting, the ACC emphasized on the importance of conducting the Asia Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Pakistan in the month of September. While the Asia Cup 2020 is expected to be shifted to another country if the tournament is held, as India cannot travel to Pakistan. The ACC is expected to wait for ICC’s decision on the T20 World Cup in Australia, slated to be held in October-November before taking a decision on the Asia Cup. "...the Board emphasised on the importance of holding the Asia Cup 2020. In light of the impact and consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, possible venue options for the Asia Cup 2020 were discussed and it was decided to take the final decision in due course," an ACC press release stated after the meeting on Monday. ALSO READ: England vs West Indies: Windies arrive in Manchester as all players test negative; series to start from July 8 The Executive Board of the ACC met via video conference today, where matters relating to scheduled ACC events were discussed. pic.twitter.com/9CpVcyloqz — AsianCricketCouncil (@ACCMedia1) June 8, 2020 × This was the first continental meeting attended by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah with the ACC board meeting chaired by BCB president Nazmul Hasan Papon. While there were discussions regarding the postponement of the Asia Cup T20, no consensus could be reached. Another major topic discussed was ACC’s involvement in the 2022 Asian Games in China. ALSO READ: Stokes does not need extra captaincy pressure, says Pietersen "The Board was also apprised of the status and progress of the ACC's involvement with the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China," it stated.

Sourav Ganguly, Jay Shah attend ACC Board meeting as decision on Asia Cup 2020 deferred

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