1983 WC Winner Kirti Azad Slams Pakistan PM Over India Match Boycott Stance

• Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif announced the Salman Ali Agha-led side will boycott their T20 World Cup 2026 match against India in Colombo.
• Cricketer-turned-politician Kirti Azad criticized Sharif's decision, stating Pakistan knows it cannot win against India.
• Azad suggested Sharif's move is a way for Pakistan to 'save face' and protect its image.
• Sharif justified the boycott by stating Pakistan stands with Bangladesh and believes there should be no politics in sports.
• The ICC is awaiting official communication from the PCB regarding the boycott, as the match remains on schedule without it.