The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has categorically denied pulling out of the Asia Cup, reported by a section of the country’s media.

Speaking to Cricbuzz, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said no decision on the upcoming Asian events was discussed by the board, leave alone writing about it to the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) about withdrawal.

“Since this morning (19), it has come to our notice about some news items about BCCI’s decision not to participate in Asia Cup and Women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup, both ACC’s events. Such news is devoid of any truth as till now BCCI has not even discussed or taken any such steps regarding the upcoming ACC events, leave alone writing anything to the ACC,” Saikia said.

“At this stage, our prime focus is on the ongoing IPL and subsequent England series, both men and women,” the BCCI official further said. 

(Agencies)