Pakistan to Boycott T20 World Cup Match Against India in Solidarity with Bangladesh

• Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed the men's cricket team will boycott the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match against India.
• The decision is cited as a show of solidarity with Bangladesh.
• Sharif stated that political considerations should not intrude into sports, yet Pakistan is boycotting the match due to political reasons.
• The high-profile fixture between India and Pakistan was scheduled for February 15 in Colombo.
• Sharif emphasized that Pakistan has taken a 'very considered stance' and stands completely by Bangladesh.