The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly going to accept Pakistan’s proposal for a hybrid model for the Asia Cup 2023. This means that India will play their matches in neutral venues while Pakistan will play their games in their own nation. Other countries like Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka have already given the green light to the proposal. The BCCI has decided to accept it on the condition that Pakistan will come to India for the 50-over World Cup in October with written assurance. The proposal is most likely to be accepted at the BCCI’s Special General Meeting on May 27th in Ahmedabad.
As per the hybrid model, the tournament will be played in two halves. The first half will see all teams visiting Pakistan except India and play against each other. In the second half, India will play their matches at a neutral venue in either UAE or Sri Lanka. The neutral venue will also host the final, even if India fails to qualify. The proposal is still subject to approval from the International Cricket Council (ICC).
