Pakistan Threatens T20 World Cup Boycott: Who Could Replace Them?
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News18•24-01-2026, 19:42
Pakistan Threatens T20 World Cup Boycott: Who Could Replace Them?
- •Bangladesh withdrew from the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 citing security concerns in India; Scotland replaced them.
- •Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Mohsin Naqvi stated Pakistan might also boycott if the government advises against participation.
- •If Pakistan withdraws, potential replacements include teams that performed strongly in regional qualifiers like Papua New Guinea, Kenya, Tanzania, Bermuda, and Jersey.
- •Papua New Guinea is a strong contender from the East Asia Pacific Qualifiers if an Asian team is needed.
- •Pakistan's potential withdrawal could significantly impact the tournament, especially the highly anticipated India-Pakistan match, affecting revenue and fan interest.
Why It Matters: Pakistan threatens T20 World Cup boycott after Bangladesh's exit, raising questions about potential replacements and tournament impact.
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