Pakistan to Play T20 World Cup, But Will Boycott India Match in Colombo

• Pakistan government approves national team's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026, starting February 7.
• Despite approval, Pakistan will boycott its Group-A match against India scheduled for February 15 in Colombo.
• The decision follows days of speculation amid political tensions and PCB's dissatisfaction over Scotland replacing Bangladesh in the tournament.
• PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi, also the Interior Minister, had criticized ICC's "double standards" and met PM Shehbaz Sharif regarding participation.
• All of Pakistan's matches in the tournament will be played in Sri Lanka, with India traveling to a neutral venue for the high-voltage clash.

Why It Matters: Pakistan will participate in the T20 World Cup but boycott its crucial match against India in Colombo.