Pakistan Threatens T20 World Cup Withdrawal; Uganda Could Replace Them

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Moneycontrol•25-01-2026, 17:04
Pakistan Threatens T20 World Cup Withdrawal; Uganda Could Replace Them
- •Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has threatened to withdraw from the 2026 T20 World Cup.
- •If Pakistan withdraws, Uganda is likely to replace them based on new T20 International rankings, potentially joining Group A with India.
- •The decision on Pakistan's participation rests with the government, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to be consulted.
- •Pakistan had previously supported Bangladesh's concerns regarding security checks for the tournament.
- •Despite the threat, PCB announced its 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup, adding intrigue to the situation.
Why It Matters: Pakistan's potential T20 World Cup withdrawal could open a spot for Uganda, pending government decision.
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