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T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan’s controversial decision

New Delhi: Pakistan is in the news regarding T20 World Cup 2026 mainly due to its recent controversial decision. The Pakistan government has announced to boycott the match against India. This decision has created a stir regarding the entire tournament. Experts say that due to this decision, ICC action may also be taken against Pakistan, which may expel them without even taking the field.

start of tournament

This tournament will start from February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. Team India will start its campaign against USA, but this will not be the first match of the tournament. Pakistan’s first match is scheduled against Netherlands on the same day at 11 am. Whereas the match between India and America is going to be played at 7 pm.

Weather crisis on Pakistan matches

The real challenge for Pakistan is the venue of its matches. The Pakistani team will play all the matches in Sri Lanka, which includes the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. According to weather forecasts, there may be heavy rain in Colombo on Friday morning. In this situation, if Pakistan’s first match is canceled then it will get only 1 point.

Problems of upcoming matches

Pakistan’s second match with USA is scheduled for February 10, on which day there is also a possibility of light rain. If there is rain in that match, Pakistan will again get only 1 point. This type of situation can create a serious crisis for Pakistan.

Will Pakistan be out without playing?

If the match between India and Pakistan does not take place on 15th February, then full 2 ​​points will slip from Pakistan’s hands. They will only have the option of winning the final match against Namibia, even then they will get only 4 points. On the other hand, USA, Netherlands and Namibia have chances to gain more points. Thus, it would not be a surprise if Pakistan exits the competition without playing a match.