India vs. Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash in Doubt After Pakistan's Boycott Threat Over Bangladesh Exclusion
Summary
Pakistan has threatened to boycott the India vs Pakistan match in the 2026 T20 World Cup in Colombo over Bangladesh's exclusion from the tournament, prompting ICC mediation efforts.
Key Points
- Pakistan has decided not to play the India match in the 2026 T20 World Cup as a protest against Bangladesh's exclusion.
- The Pakistani government's directive influenced the Pakistan Cricket Board's boycott of the India match.
- Bangladesh was excluded for refusing to play in co-host India, which Pakistan deems unfair.
- ICC and the Pakistan Cricket Board are engaged in talks mediated by ICC and Emirates Cricket Board officials to resolve the issue.
