By Admin 
The discussions regarding India-Pakistan match in T20 World Cup 2026 are not stopping. Pakistan Cricket Board has already made it clear that it will play at R.K. in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 15th February. Will not field the team in the match against India at Premadasa Stadium. In such a situation, a question is arising again and again in the minds of the fans that when the match is not going to take place, then why does the Indian team and captain Suryakumar Yadav need to go to the field?
Why is India’s presence necessary even if the match is cancelled?
Actually, the answer is hidden in the ICC rules. According to the International Cricket Council, any team gets full two points only if it is present on the field at the stipulated time and is ready to play. Whether the opposing team comes or not, it is important to register your presence. For this reason Team India will have to go to Sri Lanka.
Why will the Indian captain go for the toss?
At the scheduled time, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav will enter the field for the toss. If Pakistan captain does not come for the toss, the match referee will award victory to India. After this India will get full two points. This is not just a formal process, but an important part of the tournament rules.
What will be the loss if India does not go?
If India does not go to Sri Lanka thinking that there is no competition, then the situation can change. In such a situation, the match referee can give one point to the account of both the teams. This would mean that Pakistan would get the advantage without playing and India would not be able to get full points. To avoid this danger, BCCI does not want to make any mistake.
Know the rules of ICC
ICC rules also say that the team which refuses to play has to suffer the full consequences. According to the ICC playing conditions, it is necessary to be present on the field for a walkover win. The team has to reach on time, practice and go for the toss. If the other team does not come, then the match referee gives the decision.
This includes not only points but also net run rate. In the case of Pakistan, it will be considered that it played full 20 overs and did not score a single run. Due to this, his net run rate will fall badly, which may further weaken his position in the tournament.
Will action be taken against Pakistan?
The picture is not clear yet regarding ICC’s action against Pakistan. At present, no formal punishment has been announced, but the ICC has definitely said that such decisions harm the reputation of cricket. It is believed that if Pakistan sticks to its stand, then strict action can be taken against it.