Pakistan Takes U-Turn on T20 World Cup 2026 Boycott Rumors

• Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has dismissed rumors of boycotting the T20 World Cup 2026.
• Reports suggested Pakistan might withdraw in support of Bangladesh's dispute with the ICC.
• A senior PCB source confirmed no decision was made to withdraw, and the team will play as scheduled.
• An agreement from early 2025 allows Pakistan to play all its World Cup matches in Sri Lanka, avoiding travel to India.
• Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is upset over Mustafizur Rahman's IPL exclusion and security concerns for matches in India, leading to demands for venue changes.

Why It Matters: Pakistan confirms participation in T20 World Cup 2026, dismissing boycott rumors and leveraging a 2025 agreement.