Pakistan's 'Death Warrant' Signed? ICC Sanctions Loom Over India Match Boycott Threat
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News18•01-02-2026, 22:41
Pakistan's 'Death Warrant' Signed? ICC Sanctions Loom Over India Match Boycott Threat
- •Pakistan threatens to boycott T20 World Cup 2026 match against India in Sri Lanka, a recurring tactic to exert political pressure.
- •Historically, Pakistan has made similar threats but eventually played due to the severe consequences of defying the ICC.
- •Potential ICC punitive measures include stopping over 50% of PCB's funding, suspending 'Full Membership', and banning future ICC event hosting.
- •Boycotting the India-Pakistan match, which generates 40-50% of ICC's revenue, would violate commercial damage rules and Section 2.10 of the ICC Constitution.
- •Suspension could lead to cancellation of Pakistan's FTP, preventing bilateral series with major cricketing nations like Australia, England, and South Africa.
Why It Matters: Pakistan's threat to boycott the India match risks severe ICC sanctions, jeopardizing its cricket future and finances.
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