Pakistan’s Asia Cup Final Collapse Exposes Cricket’s Political Underpinnings

In the heart of Dubai, at the Asia Cup final—a stage where sportsmanship should transcend politics—Pakistan’s cricket team spectacularly collapsed from a promising 113-1 to an alarming total of just 146 all out against archrival India. This stunning defeat not only reflects a failure on the pitch but echoes the broader geopolitical tensions that continue to plague South Asia, impacting even cultural touchstones like cricket.How Long Will Politics Undermine Sporting Rivalries?Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman started with vigor, painting a momentary picture of Pakistani resilience as they advanced to 84-0 before a sudden collapse exposed vulnerabilities. Farhan’s aggressive style yielded...