New Delhi, Sept. 12 -- At a time when most of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises are building up for the India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2025, last edition's runners-up Punjab Kings have went the opposite way just two days before the high-octane clash. Following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, this is the first time India will be taking on Pakistan in any sporting event.

Earlier, the Indian team boycotted the clash against Pakistan on two occasions in the World Championship of Legends. The Pakistan hockey team also didn't turn up last month during the Asia Cup, which was held in Bihar. While calls for boycotting the clash from the Indians have been on the rise, the Men In Blue went ahead with the match f...