Pakistan to Boycott T20 World Cup Match Against India on February 15

• Pakistan has announced its decision to boycott the group-stage T20 World Cup match against India scheduled for February 15, 2026.
• The Pakistan government stated on X that the Pakistan Team "shall not take the field" against India, without providing a specific reason for the boycott.
• This decision comes despite Pakistan's approval to participate in the ICC World T20 2026, which is being hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
• Previously, Bangladesh refused to send its team to India for the tournament citing "security concerns," leading to Scotland replacing them after ICC found no credible threat.
• India has a dominant record against Pakistan in T20 World Cups, winning 7 out of 8 matches played between the two teams.

Why It Matters: Pakistan will boycott its T20 World Cup match against India on February 15, 2026.