Pakistan Considers T20 World Cup Boycott if Bangladesh Withdraws Over India Venue

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News18•22-01-2026, 14:29
Pakistan Considers T20 World Cup Boycott if Bangladesh Withdraws Over India Venue
- •Pakistan is reportedly considering boycotting the 2026 T20 World Cup if Bangladesh withdraws due to security concerns regarding matches in India.
- •The ICC rejected BCB's request to move group matches from India, stating it would undermine event credibility.
- •Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sources initially denied boycott plans but supported Bangladesh's stance, citing past venue changes for Pakistan's matches.
- •Bangladesh government's sports advisor, Asif Nazrul, will meet with cricketers today to discuss the government's position and player opinions.
- •BCB must inform the ICC of its decision today, after which Pakistan's final stance will be revealed.
Why It Matters: Pakistan may boycott the 2026 T20 World Cup if Bangladesh pulls out over India venue concerns.
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