Pakistani Captain Praises Team India Amidst Boycott Threats, Squad Announced for T20 World Cup

• Pakistan announced its squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with captain Salman Ali Agha expressing confidence in playing all matches in Colombo.
• Agha believes playing in a single location (Colombo) will help the team understand conditions better, but emphasizes that good cricket, not just convenience, wins titles.
• He cited India's Champions Trophy 2025 win in Dubai as an example of performance over logistics, acknowledging India's 'excellent performance on the field'.
• Pakistan's participation in the T20 World Cup is pending government approval, despite the squad announcement.
• ICC could take strict action, including suspension and bans, if Pakistan withdraws from the tournament, as seen with Bangladesh's exclusion.

Why It Matters: Pakistani captain Salman Ali Agha praised Team India's performance while announcing his squad, despite boycott threats.