News India Live, Digital Desk: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has put the ICC in a dilemma by adopting a tough stance against India. latest controversy t20 world cup 2026 It started after Pakistan refused to play the match against India. Former veterans of Pakistan believe that Naqvi has put pressure on ICC by replying to India in its own language.
1. “Checkmate” strategy: What is Naqvi’s game plan?
Former Pakistani captains and veterans say that PCB has created a ‘checkmate’ situation in front of the ICC:
Selective Boycott: The Pakistan government has given permission to the team to go to the World Cup, but 15 February 2026 Has been ordered to boycott the match against India.
Pressure on ICC: If Pakistan does not play against India, ICC will suffer a loss of millions of dollars. Former veterans believe that Naqvi has deliberately postponed this match so that ICC can put pressure on India (BCCI) to play with Pakistan.
2. ‘Revenge’ of Champions Trophy 2025?
This whole controversy happened last year champions trophy Is connected to.
Opposition to Hybrid Model: India had refused to go to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy due to security reasons, after which India’s matches were played in Dubai.
Naqvi’s stand: Mohsin Naqvi argues that if India cannot come to Pakistan in the name of security, then Pakistan will also not play against India on neutral venues. He has clarified that ‘respect’ comes first.
3. ICC warning and ‘walkover’ to India
ICC has taken a strict stance on this ‘selective participation’ of Pakistan:
Walkover Preparation: According to ICC rules, if Pakistan does not come on the field at the time of toss, the Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav will be declared the winner and India will get 2 points.
Financial Restrictions: The ICC has also warned the PCB of heavy fines and suspension from future tournaments.
4. Asia Cup trophy controversy: Adding fuel to the fire
recently asia cup 2025 There was another controversy after the final:
The Indian team had refused to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi (who is also the ACC President).
After this incident, Naqvi is being projected within Pakistan as a ‘strong leader’ who has challenged the ‘dominance’ of the Indian Cricket Board.
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