India, July 27 -- Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin stirred fresh debate on Sunday after the Asia Cup received the green light, confirming that arch-rivals India and Pakistan have been placed in the same group and will face each other on September 14. The tournament will be held in the UAE from September 9 to 28.

Speaking to the media, Azharuddin fumed at India agreeing to play Pakistan in the Asia Cup, calling out the double standards. He argued that they shouldn't face each other in multi-nation tournaments if the two sides don't play bilateral series.

Azharuddin said, "I always say that everything should happen, or if it does not happen, then it should not happen at all. If you're not playing bilateral matches, then you should...