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News India Live, Digital Desk: Pakistan cricket is currently facing a ‘double whammy’. On one hand, the team’s performance on the field is declining, while on the other hand, Mohsin Naqvi’s decisions at the administrative level have created a risk of isolating the team at the global level. T20 World Cup 2026 The decision of not playing the match against India (February 15) could prove to be ‘suicidal’ for Pakistan.
What is the whole controversy? (The Core Issue)
The Pakistan government has officially announced that their team will go to Sri Lanka for the World Cup, but Will not take the field in the match against India on 15 February 2026. * Naqvi’s stance: Mohsin Naqvi, who is the Home Minister as well as the PCB Chief, is seeing this as a “political answer”. This step is believed to be taken in protest against India’s decision not to go to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025.
Bitterness of Asia Cup: Tension was also seen between Naqvi and Team India during the Asia Cup 2025, where the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from Naqvi.
ICC warning: What may Pakistan have to face?
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed strong displeasure over this ‘selective boycott’ of Pakistan. According to experts, if Pakistan remains adamant on its insistence, it may suffer the following losses:
Deduction of Points: If Pakistan does not play the match against India, it will have to lose 2 important points, which will make the path to the semi-finals difficult.
Financial penalties and bans: ICC can cut Pakistan’s annual fund (revenue share) or suspend Pakistan from future major tournaments.
Crisis on PSL: Other boards may impose restrictions on giving NOC to foreign players to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Loss of WTC Points: Pakistan’s World Test Championship (WTC) points may also be deducted.
‘Political Flex’ vs ‘Cricket Loss’
News18 report argues that Mohsin Naqvi is using cricket as a pawn to polish his political image.
Loss of Revenue: Due to absence of India-Pakistan match, broadcasters have to pay almost Rs. 40 million dollars There may be a loss of Rs. 10,000, the pressure of which will ultimately fall on the PCB itself.
Mood of players: Amidst this uncertainty, Pakistani players are under mental pressure. Former players believe that politics should be kept separate from sports.