Pak PM Sharif Backs Boycott of India T20 World Cup Match, Supports Bangladesh

• Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif called the boycott of the T20 World Cup match against India an "appropriate decision" in support of Bangladesh.
• Pakistan's cricket team was instructed by the government to skip the February 15 game in Colombo after Bangladesh refused to play in India due to "security concerns."
• Sharif stated that Pakistan took a clear stand against mixing politics with sports and fully supports Bangladesh's position.
• The ICC has warned the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of serious consequences for the boycott, citing long-term implications for cricket.
• The PCB has affirmed its support for the government's stance and will follow its advice, even if a rematch with India occurs in knockout stages.