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T20 World Cup, India vs Pakistan controversy: Gautam Gambhir ignores question on Pakistan’s boycott stance against India

India head coach Gautam Gambhir avoided a question on Pakistan’s boycott stance against India ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, choosing not to comment on the sensitive issue. Gambhir was approached by reporters at the airport while departing for Mumbai, where the Indian team is set to play its first warm-up fixture against South […]

T20 World Cup: Pakistan will backtrack on India boycott stance in 4-5 days, says Ravichandran Ashwin

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin feels Pakistan will back track on their decision of not playing against India in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, expressing confidence that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will eventually reverse its stance. The much-anticipated clash between the two arch-rivals, is scheduled for February 15 in Colombo. The Government of […]

‘Nothing but drama’: Harbhajan Singh slams Pakistan’s T20 World Cup boycott of India clash | Cricket News

Harbhajan Singh, and Pakistan cricket team NEW DELHI: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has taken a sharp dig at Pakistan’s decision to boycott its Group A clash against India in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, calling it an “unnecessary drama to mislead people.” The Pakistan government granted conditional approval for its team […]

T20 World Cup, India vs Pakistan controversy: ICC warns Pakistan of long-term implications over boycotting T20 World Cup clash vs India

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed serious concerns over the Pakistan government’s decision to instruct its cricket team to boycott its fixture against India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, calling the move contrary to the principles of global sporting competition. In an official statement, the ICC acknowledged the position taken by the […]

IND vs PAK, T20 World Cup controversy: India to make Sri Lanka trip, proceed with usual pre-match duties after Pakistan’s boycott, say sources

Following Pakistan’s announcement that it will not take the field against India in the group stages of the T20 World Cup 2026, the Indian team is expected to proceed with its plans strictly in accordance with protocols laid down by the International Cricket Council. The marquee group-stage match was scheduled to be played on February […]

Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2026 plans leaked in a deleted WhatsApp message; Will Men in Green compete? Here’re details

Pakistan’s plans for the T20 World Cup 2026 has been leaked in a deleted whatsapp message in the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) media group consisting journalists across the globe. The incident took place on Friday, when a member of the PCB media team revealed their T20 World Cup 2026 plans along with an update on […]

Pakistan May Boycott India Match in T20 World Cup: PCB Considers Bangladesh Support

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering boycotting its match against India in the upcoming T20 World Cup. According to a report by Pakistan’s Geo News, the PCB may decide not to play the match scheduled on February 15 in Colombo, showing support for Bangladesh. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi met Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on […]

If Pakistan don’t play T20 World Cup, broadcasters will go bankrupt: Ex cricketer

Former cricketer Basit Ali has said that if Pakistan pull out of the 2026 T20 World Cup, scheduled to be played in India and Sri Lanka, it would result in massive losses for broadcasters, who would be left in serious trouble. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has stated that the final decision on […]

T20 World Cup fresh twist: Pakistan to review participation amid Bangladesh issue

Pakistan are all set to review their participation in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in a fresh twist involving Bangladesh’s security concerns. According to Pakistan government sources, Pakistan is closely monitoring developments after Bangladesh wrote to the ICC, seeking to have its World Cup matches moved out of India, citing risks to player safety. […]

PCB considers ‘Drauction’ model for PSL Player Recruitment

The Pakistan Cricket Board is thinking of introducing a new concept called ‘drauction’ in the Pakistan Super League amid a clear divide among the eight franchises over the introduction of a player auction instead of the prevailing draft system. The Governing Council of the PSL, which met in Lahore on Friday with the owners of […]