Pakistan May Boycott T20 World Cup If Bangladesh Pulls Out Over Schedule Dispute

Reports suggest that Pakistan could also consider boycotting the upcoming T20 World Cup if Bangladesh ultimately decides not to take part, after the International Cricket Council declined to revise the tournament schedule. The situation has added fresh uncertainty around the mega event, with multiple stakeholders now watching Bangladesh’s final move closely.

According to reports, Bangladesh’s Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul is expected to brief national team players on the government’s position before the Bangladesh Cricket Board submits its final response to the ICC. While a majority of Bangladeshi players are said to be in favor of participating in the tournament, wider political and security concerns continue to play a key role in decision-making at the government and board level.

The ICC has reportedly stood firm on its stance, maintaining that all matches will be held in India as planned. It has also warned Bangladesh that failure to confirm participation could result in the team being replaced, underlining the seriousness of the situation and the limited flexibility in the current schedule.

Pakistan has signaled that it may align its decision with Bangladesh, raising the possibility of a broader fallout if one or both teams withdraw. Such a move would significantly escalate the crisis surrounding the T20 World Cup, potentially affecting tournament credibility, fan interest, and competitive balance. As discussions continue behind the scenes, the final decisions from Bangladesh and Pakistan are expected to have a major impact on the future course of the event.