By Admin 
The stand of Bangladesh and Pakistan regarding the T20 World Cup 2026 to be held in India has given the sound of politics more than cricket. After Bangladesh refused to come to India and play the match, now the Pakistan Cricket Board and the government there have openly come out in support of it. Seeing this entire controversy, questions are being raised whether Pakistan is deliberately trying to derail this big tournament to be held in India.
Political threat looming over the tournament
According to reports, the Bangladesh Cricket Board has not taken the decision of not coming to India purely for cricket reasons. Pressure from Bangladesh government is said to be behind this. It is being said that the government has refused to send the team to India citing security reasons. After this, the government of Mohammad Younis in Bangladesh sought support from Pakistan at the cricket level.
Pakistan gave support, increased concern
Pakistan has supported Bangladesh’s stance and justified its demand to shift its matches out of India. Not only this, Pakistan has also indicated that if Bangladesh is thrown out of the tournament, then it itself may reconsider playing in the T20 World Cup. It is believed that Pakistan is using this opportunity to challenge the influence of BCCI in Asian cricket.
Pakistani media confirmed
Major media organizations of Pakistan have also confirmed this entire incident. Reports in Jio Super and TelecomAsia.net said the Pakistan government fully understands Bangladesh’s “security concerns” and is constantly monitoring the issue. It has also been said that Pakistan is alert to ensure that there is no pressure on Bangladesh from India’s side.
ICC strict, deadline till 21 January
Amidst this controversy, ICC has made it clear that the T20 World Cup matches will not be shifted under any circumstances. ICC officials also went to Bangladesh and held talks, but Bangladesh is firm on its decision. After this, ICC has given time till January 21 to Bangladesh to take the final decision. ICC has also made it clear that if the reply is not received within the stipulated time, any other team can be included in the tournament in place of Bangladesh.