BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia refuted reports claiming India's withdrawal from Asian Cricket Council tournaments to isolate Pakistan. Saikia clarified that the BCCI hasn't discussed or decided on participation in the Asia Cup or Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup. He emphasized the board's current focus on the ongoing IPL and the upcoming England series.
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