T-20 World Cup: Pakistan cricket team may have to face serious consequences if it withdraws from ICC T-20 World Cup 2026. If Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decides to pull out of the World Cup, then the country’s cricket system may become isolated in the world. According to sources, the International Cricket Council has given a clear signal to the PCB that participation in the T-20 World Cup is mandatory. Strict sanctions can be imposed on the Pakistan cricket team, which have never been imposed before. The consequences could be so serious that there would be an existential threat on the international stage.

What steps can ICC take?

• According to sources, ICC will not give NOC for Pakistan Super League. This will lose the attractiveness of the league.
• PSL’s official recognition can be removed, which will lead to loss of international credibility.
• There could be huge revenue loss, which includes broadcasting, sponsorship and franchise.
• Pak cricket team can be thrown out of Asia Cup.
• A ban can be imposed on doing bilateral series with any country.

Is ICC taking this issue seriously?

According to sources, ICC is taking this issue seriously. The International Cricket Council believes that withdrawing from international tournaments can become a threat to the global system of cricket. It is being told that the message is completely clear that the tournament will have to be played otherwise one will have to stay away from international cricket.

If ICC imposes restrictions on Pakistan cricket, it will have the biggest impact on the players. PSL is considered the backbone of Pakistan cricket. In a way, it will remain a domestic league.

What did Pakistan say about the World Cup?

• With Bangladesh being out of the T-20 World Cup, there are chances that Pakistan may also withdraw itself from it. He gave his support to Bangladesh.
• Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that whatever the Pakistan government says will be done.
• The chairman had said that PM Shahbaz Sharif is not in the country, the decision will be taken after his arrival. Here the government takes decisions and not the ICC.