Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi said an announcement regarding the Asia Cup would be made soon, once some final issues with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) are resolved.
Naqvi made the comments on 24 July in Dhaka following the first day of the ACC’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), attended by representatives of all 25 ACC member nations, either physically or virtually. While India joined online, Afghanistan and most other countries sent officials in person. Sri Lanka was among the few unable to attend physically.
“We are in discussions with BCCI. Hopefully, the remaining issues will be resolved soon. The Asia Cup announcement will follow shortly,” Naqvi told reporters, standing beside Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Aminul Islam Bulbul.
Although Indian media have reported a 5 September start for the tournament in the UAE and a possible India–Pakistan clash on 7 September, the ACC has yet to confirm dates or venues. Naqvi did not directly address whether the marquee match would go ahead, but said he was “very hopeful” of a positive resolution.
“This is entirely a matter between ACC and BCCI. I hope we will finalise everything soon,” he said.
Beyond scheduling, Naqvi stressed unity and cooperation, declaring, “None of us want politics inside our organisations. We all want to work for cricket’s development.”
The AGM was held amid diplomatic tensions and growing uncertainty around the India–Pakistan fixture, especially after former Indian cricketers recently boycotted a Legends League match involving Pakistan.
Naqvi thanked the BCB for hosting the meeting and praised the warm hospitality extended during the two-day event. “It was a memorable experience. Aminul bhai and the BCB team did a fantastic job. I want to thank them on behalf of the ACC,” he said.
BCB President Bulbul, who was widely praised for playing a diplomatic role in ensuring wide participation, said the meeting’s success reflected good leadership and shared purpose.
“All member countries cooperated. Together we worked for cricket’s development. It’s not about one country it’s about unity,” Bulbul said.