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Wasim Akram On IND vs Pakistan Clash (Source: @samira_ahmed111/x.com, @ANI/x.com)
The recent cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan have spilled beyond politics, casting a shadow over the cricket field. The India vs Pakistan match in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 has sparked debate.
A group of fans also urged a boycott of the clash. Amidst this chaos, former Pakistani captain Wasim Akram shared his view on the most entertaining rivalry in cricket.
Wasim Akram Weighs In On IND vs PAK Asia Cup Clash
Since the Asia Cup 2025 schedule was released, a debate has sparked over the India vs Pakistan match. With political ties between the two nations at a low, debates over a potential boycott have stirred strong reactions among fans and experts alike. The group-stage showdown is locked in for September 14, but the arch-rivals can meet three times if they both manage to qualify in the final.
As the debate is still on, former Pakistani captain Wasim Akram has shared his take on the issue. Speaking to the Stick To Cricket podcast, the legend insisted that the show must go on.
“Asia Cup schedule is out, there is backlash. But we in Pakistan are calm. We will be fine whether we play or don't play. The game must go on,” Akram said.
Adding to that, the Pakistani legend encouraged fans to show patriotism on the field. He urged them to celebrate their countries' successes without allowing politics or negativity to interfere.
“Politics apart, I am not a politician. They are patriotic about their country, we are patriotic about ours. Let's not go below the belt. Talk about the triumphs of your country; the same goes for Pakistan and the same goes for India. It is easier said than done,” he added.
India-Pakistan Test Series Is A Dream For Akram
Despite the arch-rivals having graced the big stage with some unmissable cricket dramas in the ICC tournaments but the bilateral series between them is history now. In 2007, both sides faced each other in a Test series for the last time till now. Talking about the rivalry, Wasim Akram revealed that an India vs Pakistan Test series is still a dream he hopes to see come true.
“I hope to see a Test series between India and Pakistan in my lifetime,” he said.
As the Asia Cup is raising its curtains on September 9, the cricket world is awaiting the high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan on September 14 in UAE. Following ‘Operation Sindoor,’ the arch-rivals meet on the cricket field for the first time, promising fans yet another electrifying showdown.
