The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has dismissed rumors that it is planning to postpone the upcoming Asia Cup tournament. The ACC’s statement comes after reports emerged in the media that the tournament, which is scheduled to take place in June 2022, may be postponed due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
In a statement released on October 2, the ACC said that it had not received any proposal to postpone the tournament, and that it was working closely with the member boards to ensure that the tournament could be held safely and securely. The statement added that the ACC was monitoring the situation closely and would take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of the players, officials, and fans.
The Asia Cup is one of the most eagerly anticipated cricket tournaments in the region, featuring some of the best teams from across Asia, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The tournament was last held in 2018, with India emerging as the champions.
The ACC’s statement is likely to come as a relief to cricket fans around the world, who have been eagerly looking forward to the tournament. The ongoing pandemic has disrupted sporting events around the world, with many tournaments and leagues being postponed or cancelled due to safety concerns.
However, with the world gradually returning to normal, there is hope that the Asia Cup can be held as scheduled, providing a much-needed boost to cricket fans around the world. The tournament is also likely to be a major revenue earner for the participating boards, as well as for the host country.
As the situation with the pandemic remains fluid, it is likely that the ACC will continue to monitor the situation closely and take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of all those involved in the tournament. With less than a year to go before the tournament begins, cricket fans around the world will be eagerly anticipating the start of what promises to be an exciting and closely contested competition.
