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News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Mohammad Azharuddin Against India Vs Pakistan In Asia Cup: 'Situation Is Bad'
Mohammad Azharuddin is the latest to voice is displeasure at the prospect of an India-Pakistan match in wake of Pahalgam terror attack. India shouldn't play Pakistan at the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, feels former captain Mohammad Azharuddin who has cited the diplomatic tensions between the two countries following the Pahalgam terror attack as the reason why the marquee clash cannot be held. Azharuddin is the latest to join the chorus of voices expressing their displeasure at the prospect of India and Pakistan squaring off on the cricket field. Earlier this year, India conducted Operation Sindoor which involved precision attacks on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Asian Cricket Council announced the Asia Cup schedule earlier this month which will see India and Pakistan play each other at least once and a maximum three times during the continental tournament slated to be held in the UAE. 'I don't think this should happen because we are playing against Pakistan in ICC and ACC tournaments only," Azharuddin told Aajtak. 'But if you look at the situation, I don't think it should. But at the end of the day, the Government of India and the BCCI will decide, but I feel the situation is bad and I don't think we should play." Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary is also against the two countries playing each other. ANI. 'The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match? I feel that it should be reconsidered, and the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment," he added. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently said that the Operation Sindoor is still underway. 'Our Prime Minister is saying that Operation Sindoor is still going on…How can we play a match with Pakistan?" Tiwary wondered. The Asia Cup will get underway from September 9 with India and Pakistan set to meet on September 14. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Ponnam dangles JH seat carrot for local candidate
Hyderabad: Hyderabad's In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar today clarified that the Congress party will allocate the ticket for the Jubilee Hills by-election to a local candidate, stating that individuals from outside the constituency would not be considered this time. Speaking to media persons in the presence of cricketer-turned-politician Mohammad Azharuddin, Ponnam gave a clear indication that Azharuddin would contest once again from the key constituency. The Transport Minister affirmed that party cadres would work unitedly for the victory of whichever candidate is fielded by the party high command. He exuded confidence that the Congress party would hoist its flag in the Jubilee Hills constituency. The by-election for the Jubilee Hills seat was necessitated by the death of the sitting MLA Maganti Gopinath of the BRS. Gopinath, who had defeated his nearest rival, Azharuddin, by over 16,000 votes in 2023, died of cardiac arrest on June 8. Azharuddin, who also serves as PCC Working President, had earlier declared himself as a candidate amidst speculation that the party was unlikely to field him in the by-election. For Jubilee Hills, scores of party leaders are vying to contest. Besides Azharuddin, former Mayor BonthuRammohan, TMREIS chairman Md Faheemuddin Qureshi, former PCC working president Jetti Kusum Kumar, V Naveen Yadav (who contested from AIMIM in 2014), C Rohin Reddy (who recently contested from Amberpet), and numerous others are eyeing the ticket. Azharuddin, who recently attended the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) meeting, has made his intentions clear that he is willing to contest once again from the Jubilee Hills constituency, despite his loss in the 2023 Assembly polls. Bonthu Rammohan, who had maintained a low profile until recent days following his failure to secure the Secunderabad MP ticket, is once again attempting to re-enter the limelight and claims to have a strong grip on constituents. His wife, Sridevi, the Cherlapally division corporator, is said to have a good support base in the constituency. Coming from the Kamma caste, Kusum Kumar had previously sought an MLC position, with his candidature also backed by former MLC T Jagga Reddy, citing the need for proper representation for Kammas.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Ex-India Skipper Issues Stern Warning For Pakistan Clash In Asia Cup: "Everyone Is Aware..."
As the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup approaches, former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin has expressed serious reservations about the timing and context of the match, given the situation between the two countries. India and Pakistan are placed in Group A of the T20 tournament scheduled to be held in the UAE from September 9 to 28. The high-octane group-stage encounter is slated for September 14 at the Dubai International Stadium. "Looking at the current situation in the country, we shouldn't be playing this match. Everyone is aware of the issues we are facing," Azharuddin told IANS, referring to the recent spike in cross-border tensions, including the Pahalgam terror attack and India's subsequent Operation Sindoor. Azharuddin stressed that if sporting ties were to continue, they should not be selective. 'And if we have to play, then we should play every sport — not just by picking and choosing,' he added, alluding to the absence of bilateral series and inconsistent sporting engagements between the two countries since 2012. The veteran cricketer clarified that while he holds strong personal views, the final decision rests with the government and the BCCI. 'In the end, it's the government that will decide whether we should play or not. The decision made by the board, the government, and BCCI will be final.' He further added, 'Until the problem is resolved, we shouldn't move forward,' reiterating his belief that India should not engage in cricketing ties with Pakistan until the political and security tensions ease. 'No matter how much we say, ultimately, only what the government and BCCI want will happen. Whatever I am saying today, I'm saying it after careful thought and understanding,' Azharuddin concluded. Despite no bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan since 2012–13, the two teams continue to meet in ICC and ACC tournaments at neutral venues. Owing to the political sensitivities, the entire Asia Cup will be played in the UAE, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi serving as host cities. The BCCI remains the official host of the 19-match tournament, with both nations agreeing not to play on each other's soil until at least 2027. India will begin their campaign against the UAE on September 10, with a potential second face-off against Pakistan in the Super Four stage on September 21, depending on group outcomes. Group A features India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, while Group B includes Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. Teams will be allowed to field 17-member squads for the event.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
India vs Pakistan: 'We shouldn't be playing this match'- Mohammed Azharuddin
Babar Azam and Rohit Sharma Former India cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has expressed concerns about the upcoming India-Pakistan match in the Asia Cup T20 tournament, scheduled for September 14 at Dubai International Stadium, citing current cross-border tensions between the two nations including the recent Pahalgam terror attack and India's Operation Sindoor . The Asia Cup will be held in the UAE from September 9 to 28, with India and Pakistan placed in Group A alongside UAE and Oman. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Looking at the current situation in the country, we shouldn't be playing this match. Everyone is aware of the issues we are facing," Azharuddin told IANS. "And if we have to play, then we should play every sport — not just by picking and choosing," he added, referring to the lack of bilateral series between the two nations since 2012. Azharuddin emphasized that while these were his personal views, the final decision would rest with higher authorities. "In the end, it's the government that will decide whether we should play or not. The decision made by the board, the government, and BCCI will be final." "Until the problem is resolved, we shouldn't move forward," he stated, suggesting that cricket ties should remain suspended until political tensions ease. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Treatment That Might Help You Against Back Pain! Back Pain Treatment | Search Ads Undo "No matter how much we say, ultimately, only what the government and BCCI want will happen. Whatever I am saying today, I'm saying it after careful thought and understanding," Azharuddin concluded. Poll Do you agree with Mohammad Azharuddin's stance on cricket ties between India and Pakistan? Strongly agree Disagree The tournament will feature 19 matches across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with BCCI serving as the official host. Both nations have agreed not to play on each other's soil until at least 2027, leading to the selection of UAE as the neutral venue. India's campaign begins against UAE on September 10, with a potential second encounter against Pakistan possible in the Super Four stage on September 21. Group B comprises Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. Teams will be permitted to field 17-member squads for the tournament. Despite the absence of bilateral cricket since 2012-13, India and Pakistan continue to face each other in ICC and ACC tournaments at neutral venues. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Mint
5 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Mohammad Azharuddin questions green light for IND vs PAK Asia Cup match: ‘Shouldn't happen at all…'
Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin shared a shared his displeasure on India - Pakistan match in the Asia Cup getting thd green light after it was recently confired that the arch rivals have been put in the same group at the tournament will face each other on 14 September. Notably, India are the official hosts of the tournament but it will be held in UAE from 9 September to 28 September. Speaking to media about the Asia Cup match, Azharuddin seemed to be calling out the double standards of the Indian cricket board, stating that if the two teams do not play each other for bilateral matches, they should also not compete in multilateral tournaments. "I always say that everything should happen, or if it does not happen, then it should not happen at all. If you're not playing bilateral matches, then you shouldn't play international events too, that's what I believe. But whatever the government and the board decide will happen...". Azharuddin said.
