The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Voices Concerns Over Unilateral ACC Decisions on Asia Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed its reservations about unilateral decisions made by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) that bypass standard consultative protocols.
In a series of publicized letters, the PCB raised concerns about the lack of communication with other cricket boards before finalizing major decisions.
The issue revolves around the selection of match venues for the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 in Colombo and Kandy, primarily due to concerns about adverse playing conditions.
The PCB’s concerns stem from the potential impact of rain-affected matches on the reputation of the ACC event and the financial losses it may incur.
Zaka Ashraf, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, questioned the decision-making process, asking who was making unilateral decisions and why consultation with the host was not undertaken.
Ashraf emphasized the need for transparent and inclusive decision-making, reflecting the broader sentiment of the cricket board.
Given the unpredictable weather conditions in the selected Super Four venues, there is a looming risk of financial losses due to matches affected by rain.
The PCB asserted that the ACC should shoulder responsibility and compensate for financial losses to protect stakeholders affected by these contentious decisions.
Earlier this week, the cricketing world was plunged into confusion due to a series of contentious decisions by the ACC regarding the Asia Cup venue in Sri Lanka.
The back-and-forth changes, including the Pakistan-India match, faced severe criticism from the cricket community directed at the ACC and BCCI.
The controversy began when the BCCI, representing the ACC, notified the Pakistan Cricket Board of a sudden change in the Super Four stage match venue.
