August 31, 2025

Former Indian cricketer and West Bengal Minister Manoj Tiwary has dropped a bombshell! He announced he is boycotting the Asia Cup 2025 and won’t even watch the cricket matches, especially the high-tension India vs Pakistan game. Why? Because for him, sports cannot be enjoyed when heavy realities like terrorism lurk in the background. Tiwary openly shared his feelings: "I am boycotting the Asia Cup. I would not like to watch it... It is beyond my understanding how someone can enjoy sports in this context. After an incident like Pahalgam happened... Obviously, the BCCI should consider this. Sportsman spirit is on one side, and what is right is on the other side.... When we know that the terrorists are coming from Pakistan and their government makes no effort to put an end to this..." His words highlight deep tensions running between sportsmanship and the harsh realities of cross-border issues. The Pahalgam incident, which stirred strong emotions, was a key point for Tiwary in making his stand clear. This move by Manoj Tiwary has sparked discussions across the cricket world and political circles alike. Will others follow his path? And what will be the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)’s response to this? One thing is sure: this boycott is not just about cricket, it is about a larger demand for peace and justice. Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds and cricket meets politics in this spicy mix!

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