The ICC issued a strong warning to Pakistan about the possibility of a T20 World Cup boycott. Sources indicate that such a move could lead to unprecedented penalties. Those familiar with the situation believe a withdrawal would hurt Pakistan’s position in world cricket and could cause long-term financial and structural damage to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Why ICC warns Pakistan
The ICC’s concern comes after recent comments by PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who openly backed Bangladesh’s decision to pull out of the tournament due to security concerns. Sources told that if Pakistan chooses to take the same path, the ICC would see it as a direct challenge to its authority. This would force the ICC to respond firmly to protect the integrity of global tournaments.
What penalties impose on Pakistan?
Sources warn that the ICC is ready to impose never-before-seen penalties if Pakistan skips the T20 World Cup. The potential actions on the table include
- No permission for foreign players to participate in the Pakistan Super League (PSL)
- Significant revenue losses for the PCB due to lower ICC funding
- Withdrawal of international recognition and commercial support for the PSL
- Exclusion from the Asia Cup
- Suspension of all bilateral series involving Pakistan
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