The International Cricket Council has reportedly not received any official or written communication from the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding its decision to boycott India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Sources told India Today that the ICC would consider any action or sanctions only after the PCB formally communicates its position.
The ICC is set to meet soon to discuss Pakistan's threat to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India. On Sunday, the global body warned Pakistan of the possible implications and urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to take a decision in the best interests of global cricket.
T20 World Cup 2026: According to sources, the Indian team will travel to Sri Lanka, complete their scheduled pre-match preparations, and await the match referee's decision should Pakistan fail to take the field following the news of their boycott of the game against India.
The ICC has warned Pakistan of unprecedented sanctions if it pulls out of the T20 World Cup. Sources say a boycott could cripple the PCB financially and isolate Pakistan from global cricket.
The ICC informed Bangladesh via a letter on Saturday, January 24 that they have been replaced by Scotland for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, according to sources.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been given January 27 deadline to inform BCCI about their home venues for Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026).
The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee has suggested removing the top bracket, the A-plus category, from the annual retainership contracts. As a result, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are likely to be demoted to the B category, having featured in only one format of international cricket since January 2025.
T20 World Cup 2026: The International Cricket Council has asked the Bangladesh Cricket Board to make a swift decision, making it clear that Bangladesh's request to shift its matches out of India will not be considered. The tournament begins on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
Bangladesh have proposed the idea of changing their group for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to minimise their travel to India. The BCB has released a press note on the developments from the meeting.
A delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to visit Bangladesh soon for in-person discussions regarding the country's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7.
