New Delhi, Sept. 14 -- India's Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai has sparked controversy. Many Indian fans are calling for a boycott due to Pakistan's alleged involvement in the Pahalgam terror attack.

However, Sunil Gavaskar has clarified that the team has no role in such decisions. The former Indian skipper has told India Today that players simply follow instructions from the BCCI and the Indian government.

The clash comes shortly after India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. However, according to Gavaskar, the Men in Blue are just carrying out orders by playing the match.

"Our opinion makes no difference now. Our government has decided that the ...