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Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
Manoj Tiwary on IND vs PAK clash in Asia Cup 2025: ‘Operation Sindoor is still going on. How can we play a match with Pakistan?'
The Indian cricket team is scheduled to play a game against Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 in September. The tournament is set to be hosted in the UAE, and The Men in Blue will clash against The Men in Green on 14th September. Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary questioned how India can play Pakistan after the Phalgam terror attack and with Operation Sindoor still going on. 'The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match? I feel that it should be considered again and the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment,' Tiwary said, speaking on ANI. This will be the first match between India and Pakistan since the attack. Subsequently, Operation Sindoor was conducted by the Indian armed forces in Pakistan against terror emanating from that country. 'Our Prime Minister is saying that Operation Sindoor is still going on. How can we play a match with Pakistan?' Tiwary asked. The two sides were slated to meet in the Women's Asia Cup for emerging players last month. However, the BCCI withdrew from the tournament in the aftermath of the terror attacks and the consequent escalation in hostilities. The Indian cricket board even threatened the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) to shift their annual meeting from Dhaka to another country. The Indian Express learnt that they warned other countries not to attend the meeting in the Bangladeshi capital. However, with the BCCI officials and Sri Lanka Cricket chiefs attending the meeting through video conferencing earlier this month, the schedule for the September event was finalised. Recently, a senior sports ministry official said the government will not stop India from playing against Pakistan in multi-nation tournaments. Confirming the dates and the host nation for the Asia Cup, ACC president Mohsin Naqvi, also the Pakistan Cricket Board president, posted on X: 'I am delighted to confirm the dates for the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE. The prestigious tournament will take place from September 9th to 28th. We look forward to a spectacular display of cricket! The detailed schedule will be out soon. #Cricketwins'
India.com
20 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Star India cricketer opens up on India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025, asks 'how can we…'
India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025 is set to take place on September 14. (Photo: IANS) Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said that he is 'against' the scheduled match between India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2025, beginning from September this remarks came after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced that the Men's Asia Cup 2025 will be hosted in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28, and the high-voltage India-Pakistan match is scheduled for September 14. While speaking to ANI news agency, Tiwary said, 'I am against it. The India-Pakistan match should not be held. Especially after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in which civilians have been killed. After that, Operation Sindoor has taken place.' Team India are placed in which group in Asia Cup 2025? Group A in the Asia Cup features India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong make up Group B. Tiwary believes the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment. 'The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match. I feel that it should be considered again and the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment,' he told ANI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday issued a stern warning to Pakistan from the Lok Sabha that if they dare to imagine doing anything against India, then they will be given a befitting reply, as India's Operation Sindoor is still underway. Over his remark, Tiwary said PM Modi is saying that the Operation Sindoor is still underway, then how can a match against Pakistan be scheduled. 'Our Prime Minister is saying that the operation Sindoor is still going on…How can we play a match with Pakistan?' Tiwary asked. Meanwhile, the tournament opener is placed between Afghanistan and Hong Kong on September 9. India will kick off their campaign against UAE on September 10, while the high-voltage game against Pakistan is scheduled for the 14th. India will play their final group stage fixture against Oman on September 19. After the group stage, the tournament will proceed to the Super 4, where the top two teams from each group will qualify. The final is scheduled on September 28. Can India vs Pakistan match take place more than once in Asia Cup 2025? Apart from their league match in Asia Cup 2025 on September 14, arch-rivals India and Pakistan can possibly face each other twice more in the tournament. If both teams qualify from the league stages, they can face off in the Super 4 stage. In the Asia Cup 2021 edition, India and Pakistan met twice – in the league stages and the Super 4. After the Super 4, India and Pakistan can face off for the third time if they qualify for the final on September 28.
NDTV
21 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Ex-India Star Raises Big Question Over India-Pakistan Asia Cup Clash: "Civilians Killed..."
Former cricketer Manoj Tiwary on Tuesday said that he is "against " the scheduled match between India and Pakistan during the 2025 Asia Cup, beginning from September. His remarks came after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced that the Men's Asia Cup 2025 will be hosted in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28, and the high-voltage India-Pakistan match is scheduled for September 14. While speaking to ANI, Tiwary said, "I am against it. The India-Pakistan match should not be held. Especially after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in which civilians have been killed. After that, Operation Sindoor has taken place." Group A in the Asia Cup features India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong make up Group B. Tiwary believes the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment. "The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match? I feel that it should be considered again and the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment," he told ANI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday issued a stern warning to Pakistan from the Lok Sabha that if they dare to imagine doing anything against India, then they will be given a befitting reply, as India's Operation Sindoor is still underway. Over his remark, Tiwary said PM Modi is saying that the Operation Sindoor is still underway, then how can a match against Pakistan be scheduled. "Our Prime Minister is saying that Operation Sindoor is still going on. How can we play a match with Pakistan?" Tiwary asked. Meanwhile, the tournament opener is placed between Afghanistan and Hong Kong on September 9. India will kick off their campaign against UAE on September 10, while the high-voltage game against Pakistan is scheduled for the 14th. India will play their final group stage fixture against Oman on September 19. After the group stage, the tournament will proceed to the Super 4, where the top two teams from each group will qualify. The final is scheduled on September 28.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'I'm against India vs Pakistan, PM Modi saying Operation Sindoor is on': Ex-India cricketer slams Asia Cup 2025 fixture
India vs Pakistan (Photo by) Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has voiced strong opposition to the scheduled India vs Pakistan match in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, citing recent terror-related developments as the primary reason. The tournament, set to take place in the UAE from September 9 to 28, has already stirred political and public debate due to the high-voltage fixture scheduled for September 14. Speaking to ANI, Tiwary said, 'I am against it. The India-Pakistan match should not be held, especially after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, in which civilians have been killed. After that, Operation Sindoor has taken place.' Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! His comments come just a day after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) confirmed the schedule and venue of the tournament. India are placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, while Group B consists of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. India will open their campaign against UAE on September 10 before facing Pakistan on September 14 and Oman on September 19. Tiwary further emphasised that hosting the India-Pakistan game at such a time sends the wrong message. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Save on internet if you are an American senior Internet Bill | Search ads Learn More Undo 'The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match? I feel it should be reconsidered,' he added. Poll Should the India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025 be reconsidered due to recent terror-related developments? Yes, it should be reconsidered. No, it should proceed as planned. His remarks echo the national mood following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warning to Pakistan in Parliament earlier this week. PM Modi stated that any misadventure by Pakistan would be met with a "befitting reply" and confirmed that Operation Sindoor is still ongoing. Tiwary questioned the scheduling of a cricket match with Pakistan while military operations are underway. 'Our Prime Minister is saying Operation Sindoor is still going on... How can we play a match with Pakistan?' he asked. Meanwhile, former captain Sourav Ganguly offered a more measured perspective, saying, 'Sport must go on,' while also condemning terrorism and calling for stronger action against it.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Manoj Tiwary corners BCCI after India vs Pakistan scheduled in Asia Cup: 'PM Modi said Operation Sindoor is still on'
A contentious call was made by cricket's governing bodies to schedule an Asia Cup tournament in the wake of the violence along the India-Pakistan border. The upcoming tournament, slated to take place between September 9 and September 28, will be held in the UAE, with the official release of the schedule marking September 14 as the date for the India-Pakistan clash. Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Shaheen Afridi in action during the previous edition of the Asia Cup.(AFP) Many expected this match, if not the whole tournament, to be scratched off in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attacks in March, and the military response that followed from both sides. The cricketing boards and the Asian Cricket Council have come under further criticism for scheduling this match given the friction behind it. Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary, who now serves as a minister of state in West Bengal, came out in open criticism of the decision to hold this match. In an interview with ANI, the former batter made clear that the cricket match shouldn't go ahead. "I am against it. The India-Pakistan match should not be held. Especially after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in which civilians have been killed. After that, Operation Sindoor has taken place,' said Tiwary, citing India's military response to the attacks which included aerial targeting of military and terrorist camps inside Pakistan. 'Our Prime Minister is saying…' "The situation was so bad, how can we think of an India-Pakistan match. I feel that it should be considered again and the India-Pakistan match should not happen in such an environment,' continued the former Bengal batter. "Our Prime Minister is saying that the Operation Sindoor is still going on… How can we play a match with Pakistan?' Tiwary's comments follow from a last-minute cancellation of the match between legends from India and Pakistan in the ongoing World Championship of Legends taking place in the UK, which was called off after players such as Harbhajan Singh and the Pathan brothers made themselves unavailable, citing their unwillingness to play against Pakistan in the wake of pressure from fans at home. While the fate of this match and the Asia Cup as a whole remains uncertain and to be decided, India's desire to be accommodating and following the Olympic charter ahead of the planned bid for the 2036 Olympic Games is reportedly the reason for BCCI's agreement for the tournament to go ahead.
