PCB's T20 World Cup Boycott Threat Shakes Broadcasters, Ex-PAK Batter Claims

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Moneycontrol•26-01-2026, 13:31
PCB's T20 World Cup Boycott Threat Shakes Broadcasters, Ex-PAK Batter Claims
- •PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi to meet Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif regarding participation in T20 World Cup 2026.
- •Naqvi had considered pulling out after ICC replaced Bangladesh with Scotland due to security concerns in India.
- •ICC removed Bangladesh after they refused to travel to India and only two members supported their stance to shift matches to Sri Lanka.
- •Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali believes Naqvi's boycott threat has caused 'sleepless nights' for broadcasters.
- •Ali highlighted the potential financial impact on broadcasters and the loss of viewership for India vs. Pakistan matches if Pakistan boycotts.
Why It Matters: PCB's potential T20 World Cup boycott over Bangladesh's removal has caused significant concern for broadcasters.
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