Pakistan's Boycott Drama: Former England Cricketer Warns India, ICC of Major Problem

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Moneycontrol•08-02-2026, 16:07
Pakistan's Boycott Drama: Former England Cricketer Warns India, ICC of Major Problem
- •Former England cricketer Mark Butcher expressed concern over Pakistan's potential boycott of T20 World Cup matches against India.
- •Butcher highlighted that the India-Pakistan match is the most revenue-generating fixture in cricket, crucial for ICC's finances.
- •He noted that political tensions often prevent bilateral series, but ICC tournaments frequently group them for financial reasons.
- •Pakistan's boycott, following Bangladesh's refusal to travel to India, could lead to significant financial losses for the ICC and India.
- •Butcher also mentioned the logistical issues caused by India's refusal to play in Pakistan, forcing schedule changes for other teams.
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