Scotland's T20 World Cup Squad Faces Visa Hurdles Ahead of India Trip
Summary
Scotland's T20 World Cup squad faces visa delays for some players including Safyaan Sharif ahead of their upcoming tournament in India, with ICC working to expedite the process.
Key Points
- Scotland's 15-member T20 World Cup squad includes new players Tom Bruce and Junaid Khan Ehsan replacing Chris Sole.
- Visa delays have arisen for some players of Pakistani origin, notably fast bowler Safyaan Sharif, due to India-Pakistan diplomatic tensions.
- The ICC is coordinating with Indian authorities and BCCI to expedite visa issuance for the Scottish team.
- Scotland will play warm-up matches in Bengaluru before starting its World Cup campaign in Kolkata on February 7, facing teams like West Indies, Italy, England, and Nepal.
