Will Pakistan boycott T20 World Cup 2026 after Bangladesh? Mohsun Naqvi breaks the silence

The world of cricket is facing a potential crisis Pakistan they threatened to take it out T20 World Cup 2026 after his dramatic speech Bangladesh. PCB Chairman at a press conference held on January 24, 2026 Mohsen Naqvi He criticized the ICC for its “double standards” and said that Pakistan’s participation now depends entirely on the prime minister’s final directive. This escalation comes after the ICC officially changed Bangladesh Scotland In Group C, following BCB’s refusal to travel to India on security grounds.

Mohsin Naqvi criticizes ICC over Bangladesh expulsion

He was criticized by Pakistan and announced his solidarity with Bangladesh Mohsen Naqviwhich accused the ICC of institutional bias. Addressing the media, Naqvi said,Bangladesh has suffered injustice. I said the same at the International Cricket Council (ICC) board meeting. You cannot have double standards where one country can make any decision at any time and do the exact opposite for another country.”

He went on to emphasize that the decision to replace them was a structural failure, adding:Therefore, we have taken the position that Bangladesh has been treated unfairly and should be allowed to play in the World Cup in any case. They are the main stakeholders and this injustice should not be allowed.” Naqvi also examined the externalities directly, noting:A country dictates. When the ICC changed seats in favor of Pakistan and India, why not for Bangladesh?’

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Pakistan threatens to boycott T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan announced that they will wait until the Prime Minister to make a final decision on whether to participate in the tournament Shehbaz Sharif returns to the country to give instructions at the government level. Naqvi was categorical about where PCB’s loyalties lie: “Our position (regarding participation in the World Cup) will be as instructed by the government of Pakistan. The Prime Minister is currently not in Pakistan. I will be able to give you our final decision when I return. It is the government’s decision. We obey them, not the ICC.” He even called the ICC to prepare for the next vacancies and warned.If the Pakistan government decides, we will also withdraw from the T20 World Cup. Then let the ICC look for a 22nd team.’ When asked about the short preparation time, he challenged: “Let it be decided first; we have plans A, B, C, D.”

T20 World Cup 2026: Status as on 24 January

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