Pakistan have ended a proposed boycott for their T20 World Cup match against India and will play as scheduled this Sunday, live on Sky Sports.
Bangladesh were removed from this year’s T20 World Cup after their refusal to tour India due to political tensions and security concerns, with Scotland added as their last-minute replacements.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi warned last month that their national side could also pull out completely from the tournament, with the Pakistan government initially directing the team to play but boycott their February 15 match against India.
Bangladesh urged Pakistan to end their proposed boycott ‘the benefit of the entire cricket ecosystem’, with Pakistan’s government confirming on Monday that they have reversed the decision and want the match to go ahead.
In a statement, the Pakistan government said: “In view of the outcomes achieved in multilateral discussions, as well as the request of friendly countries, the Government of Pakistan hereby directs the Pakistan National Cricket Team to take the field on February 15, 2026, for its scheduled fixture in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
“Moreover, this decision has been taken with the aim of protecting the spirit of cricket, and to support the continuity of this global sport in all participating nations.”
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