Pakistan have boycotted their match against India at the upcoming T20 World Cup. Reuters
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Ex-ICC Chairman Backs Pakistan on India Match Boycott: 'Can’t Have Double Standards'

  • Former ICC Chairman Ehsan Mani supports Pakistan's potential boycott of the T20 World Cup match against India.
  • Mani states Pakistan cannot be sanctioned for following government instructions regarding the match.
  • He highlights India's past refusal to play in Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, citing 'double standards' if Pakistan is penalized.
  • Mani criticizes ICC for being a 'bystander' and allowing government involvement in cricket decisions.
  • ICC has urged PCB to find a 'mutually acceptable resolution', warning of long-term implications for cricket.

Why It Matters: Former ICC chief Ehsan Mani argues Pakistan cannot be sanctioned for boycotting India match due to government directives.

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