• India’s Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has cleared the way for the Asia Cup clash with Pakistan under its new policy.

  • India vs Pakistan match is scheduled to take place on September 14 in the Asia Cup 2025.

Fans call for boycott after Indian Sports Ministry clears India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2025
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In a significant development, the Indian government has given a green signal for the India-Pakistan clash scheduled for the Asia Cup 2025. This decision, which has been the subject of much speculation, is based on a clear policy document issued by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The document outlines India’s approach to international sporting events involving Pakistan.

India rules out bilateral series with Pakistan but permits matches in international tournaments

The official document outlines a clear distinction in its approach to sporting engagements with Pakistan. While it maintains a firm stance against bilateral series, it permits participation in multilateral events. The document states, “In so far as bilateral sports events in each other’s country are concerned, Indian teams will not be participating in competitions in Pakistan. Nor will we permit Pakistani teams to play in India.” This policy is intended to reflect India’s overall position on relations with the neighboring country.

However, for international tournaments like the Asia Cup, the stance is different. The document clarifies that “Indian teams and individual players will take part in international events that also have teams or players from Pakistan.” Similarly, the policy also allows Pakistani players and teams to participate in multilateral events hosted by India. This approach is not only guided by the practices of international sports bodies but is also intended to position India as a credible global sporting venue, as the document notes.

Public outrage mounts after the decision by the government

The government’s decision to approve the India-Pakistan clash was met with significant public protest. Calls for a complete boycott of Pakistan had surged following the Pahalgam terror attack earlier this year, with many former cricketers urging the severance of all sporting ties. This widespread opposition was highlighted during the World Championship of Legends 2025, where India twice boycotted their league-stage matches against Pakistan. The tension ultimately culminated in the Indian team walking away from a semi-final clash, clearly demonstrating the strong sentiment against any sporting engagement between the two nations.

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