Mohsin Naqvi Abandons Pakistan Team Mid-Match, Sends Stern Message After India Loss

• PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi left Premadasa Stadium midway through Pakistan's 61-run defeat to India at the T20 World Cup 2026.
• Naqvi, also Pakistan's interior minister, is accused of using Pakistan cricket to further his political ambitions.
• He reportedly met the team before the match to 'motivate' them, despite earlier bluffing about boycotting the India match.
• A video of Naqvi leaving the stadium as Pakistan's defeat became clear went viral.
• Naqvi reportedly conveyed that such a performance is 'unacceptable' and hinted at major changes to the playing XI.