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Asian Games criticised as India and Pakistan reach cricket semis without playing
Original: 'Absolute incompetence': Asian Games organisers slammed as India and Pakistan reach semi-final without playing a ball
India and Pakistan have both advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Games cricket tournament without having to play their quarter-final matches, thanks to the seeding format. The arrangement has drawn sharp criticism from fans and commentators, with organisers accused of 'absolute incompetence' for allowing marquee nations to progress without facing a ball in the knockout stage.
Why now: Fans are angry that the tournament format let India and Pakistan reach the semi-finals without playing, questioning the fairness and competence of the organisers.
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- 'Absolute incompetence': Asian Games organisers slammed as India and Pakistan reach semi-final without playing a ball · Yahoo Sports
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