Lahore (NYToday): Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has ordered an immediate halt to all preparations related to the Pakistan national team for the upcoming T20 World Cup. According to reliable sources, the team management has been instructed to pause current planning until further directives are issued by the board.
Sources reveal that PCB officials have also asked the team management to prepare an alternative or parallel strategy in case Pakistan ultimately decides not to take part in the tournament. This move reflects growing uncertainty surrounding the event and Pakistan’s participation.
In a significant development, Pakistan has expressed full support for Bangladesh’s decision not to travel to India for the T20 World Cup. Media reports indicate that Pakistan considers Bangladesh’s security concerns to be legitimate and justified. PCB sources have stated that if Bangladesh’s concerns are not adequately addressed, Pakistan may be forced to reassess its own stance on participating in the tournament.
The situation remains fluid, and a final decision regarding Pakistan’s involvement in the T20 World Cup is expected after further consultations and developments.
FAQs
1. Why has Mohsin Naqvi halted T20 World Cup preparations?
Preparations have been stopped due to uncertainty surrounding Pakistan’s participation and unresolved security concerns linked to the tournament.
2. Has Pakistan officially withdrawn from the T20 World Cup?
No, Pakistan has not withdrawn yet. The PCB has only paused preparations while reviewing the situation.
3. What is Pakistan’s stance on Bangladesh not going to India?
Pakistan has supported Bangladesh’s decision, calling its security concerns reasonable and valid.
4. What is a “parallel plan” mentioned by sources?
A parallel plan refers to an alternative strategy prepared in case Pakistan decides not to participate in the T20 World Cup.
5. When will a final decision be made about Pakistan’s participation?
A final decision is expected after further discussions and once clarity emerges regarding security and related issues.