Pakistan Likely to Decide Soon on Participation in ICC T20 World Cup

ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) – A key decision regarding Pakistan cricket team’s participation or withdrawal from the ICC T20 World Cup is expected soon.

Following India’s rigid stance and the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) controversial exclusion of Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup, a strong reaction is expected from Pakistan.

According to sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will seek approval from the Government of Pakistan regarding participation in the tournament.

A private TV channel reported that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi are expected to hold an important meeting tomorrow, where options including participating in the World Cup and potentially refusing to play against India will be discussed.

Sources added that, after the inappropriate treatment of the Bangladesh team, Pakistan is also seriously considering withdrawing from the World Cup altogether.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Says Govt Will Decide World Cup

Meanwhile, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met with national team players and briefed them on the PCB’s stance regarding the T20 World Cup. The players appreciated the principled position taken by the PCB and expressed full support.

Mohsin Naqvi also wished the national team well for the Pakistan–Australia T20 series, stating that Bangladesh Cricket Board’s refusal to play in India is based on principles, and that the PCB completely rejects the ICC’s double standards.