Jay Shah-led ICC ends Pakistan's boycott of India match in T20 World Cup 2026

• Pakistan government reverses decision, allows team to play India in 2026 T20 World Cup.
• The Group A fixture in Colombo on February 15 will proceed as scheduled.
• Crisis began with Pakistan's boycott in solidarity with Bangladesh over Mustafizur Rahman's IPL removal.
• ICC, led by Jay Shah, intervened due to massive global viewership and revenue from India-Pakistan matches.
• Pakistan backed down after appeals from other boards and potential financial penalties, loss of points.