PCB files complaint to ICC over " Inappropriate Conduct " during IND vs PAK World Cup clash
PCB have lodged an official complaint to ICC over inappropriate conduct aimed at Babar Azam’s men during IND vs PAK match of World Cup 2023.
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has formally complained to the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding 'inappropriate conduct' exhibited towards Pakistan players on October 14, during the India vs. Pakistan match in Ahmedabad. The match, which was one of the most anticipated of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, was ultimately one-sided as India defeated Babar Azam's side by seven wickets.
PCB has filed an official complaint with the ICC, alleging that Babar Azam's players were subjected to inappropriate behavior. Furthermore, the spectators at the venue applauded the Pakistan commander.In addition, the PCB has filed a complaint with BCCI regarding the 'absence' of a visa policy for Pakistan supporters and the delay in granting visas to Pakistani journalists.
A statement from PCB media read, "The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged another formal protest with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding visa delays for Pakistani journalists and the lack of a visa policy for Pakistan fans attending the ongoing World Cup 2023."
"The PCB has additionally lodged a complaint concerning inappropriate behaviour directed at the Pakistan squad during the 14 October 2023 match between India and Pakistan," the statement continued.
The Indian team, headed by Rohit Sharma, defeated Pakistan with ease, securing their second consecutive victory of the year and extending their record against their regional rivals in the ODI World Cup to 8–0.Mohammad Rizwan scored 49 runs, while Babar amassed fifty. However, it has been reported that both athletes were the target of fan harassment.
PCB has now escalated the issue to the ICC; however, the governing body's potential intervention is yet to be determined. Mickey Arthur, the director of the PAK team, had previously expressed dissatisfaction with the World Cup match resembling a "BCCI event."
