Following its demand for the removal of ICC match referee Andy Pycroft, Pakistan’s reportedly threat to withdraw from the ongoing Asia Cup 2025, however, it will cost Pakistan in millions.
According to Indian media reports, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) could face a revenue loss from USD 12 million to USD 16 million (Aprox. Rs 337.84 crore to Rs 450.45 crore)
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) distributes 75 percent of its annual earnings among five Test-playing nations – India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan – with each receiving 15 percent.
These funds come from sponsorships, broadcast rights, ticket sales, and other commercial deals.
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The Pakistan team’s share from the ongoing Asia Cup is estimated between USD 12 million and USD 16 million.
Any withdrawal could severely affect the PCB’s stability, as its overall revenue for the fiscal year is projected at USD 227 million.
The report warned that this would wipe out nearly seven percent of its income, putting extra pressure on the cricket board’s finances.
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president, Mohsin Naqvi, expressed disappointment over the action of the Indian cricket team and management and wrote a letter to the ICC to remove the referee from the match.
However, ICC rejected calls to remove the referee, and Pycroft is expected to officiate in Pakistan’s next match against the UAE.
