Pakistan demands removal of referee following controversy in India match

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is attempting to mediate after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) called for the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft following the contentious India-Pakistan encounter in the Asia Cup.

The PCB has taken a firm stance, stating that Pakistan will refuse to play any remaining matches unless Pycroft is replaced. This demand comes amid strong objections from Pakistan regarding the referee’s conduct during the high-profile match.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that the ACC is proposing a compromise solution. One option under consideration is to restrict Pycroft’s officiating duties exclusively to matches not involving Pakistan, with Richie Richardson potentially stepping in as referee for Pakistan’s games.

The PCB’s decision to threaten withdrawal from the tournament reflects their dissatisfaction with the handling of key incidents during the India match, which they view as unfair.

Efforts are ongoing by the ACC to resolve the issue promptly to ensure the smooth continuation of the tournament.