I-League: Real Kashmir-Minerva fixture at heart of controversy
The HinduMinerva Punjab’s refusal to travel to Srinagar for Monday’s I-League match against Real Kashmir has triggered a row, leaving the All India Football Federation in a quandary. Read: Minerva Punjab denies reports of 'forfeiting' Real Kashmir game Kashmir co-owner Shamim Meraj said the reasons for the Minerva no-show had more to it than what meets the eye. During a crisis scenario like this, can’t they change the date?” Even as Bajaj stated that Minerva was ready to play the fixture at a venue outside Kashmir, I-league CEO Sunando Dhar said the situation in Kashmir had returned to normal. If a team doesn't turn up despite all assurances, appropriate action will be taken.” Bengaluru FC said it would consult the AIFF soon and then decide on its ‘B’ team travelling to Lonestar Kashmir on February 28 for a I-League second division encounter.