Wasim Khan rejects idea of moving Asia Cup to accommodate IPL
- "Our stance is absolutely clear, the Asia Cup is set for September and the only reason it should not take place is continued health safety issues,” says PCB CEO.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Wasim Khan has dismissed the idea of staging Indian Premier League (IPL)’s 13th edition in place of Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in September this year.
In an interview, the made it clear that coronavirus pandemic is the only hurdle that could delay the tournament.
"Our stance is absolutely clear, the Asia Cup is set for September and the only reason it should not take place is continued health safety issues,” said PCB CEO. “We will not accept that the Asia Cup is moved to accommodate the IPL."
"I have heard that there is talk to move the Asia Cup to November-December but for us that is not possible. If you move the Asia Cup, you are making way for one member nation and that is not right and it will not have our support," he added.
The 13th edition of the tournament was postponed indefinitely due to coronavirus outbreak, but Board for Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) believes it can find a window to stage the T20 tournament.
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