DUBAI:

A controversy during the recent Pakistan-India clash in the Asia Cup was ended on Wednesday with a dramatic twist after match referee Andy Pycroft issued an apology to the Pakistan team, leading Pakistan to withdraw its threat to boycott the tournament and take part in the crucial match against the UAE.

The match began with a delay of one hour, with uncertainty persisting till the last moment. The ICC expressed its willingness to launch an inquiry into the code of conduct violation, although Pycroft has not been removed from his duties.

The Zimbabwean referee officiated Sunday's politically-charged clash between Pakistan and India, after which the victorious team refused to shake hands with Pakistani players.

Captain Salman Ali Agha and coach Mike Hesson approached them but, und

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