Pakistan has T20 World Cup 2026 withdrawal plan. The Pakistan Cricket Board has reportedly prepared a contingency plan in case Pakistan decides not to take part in the T20 World Cup 2026. As uncertainty continues over the team’s participation. The development comes amid growing tension after the International Cricket Council (ICC). Rejected a request by the Bangladesh Cricket Board to shift its World Cup matches to a venue outside India.
According to Geo News, the PCB plans to stage a four-team tournament in Lahore if Pakistan pulls out of the global event. The competition would feature players from Pakistan and the Shaheens Under-18 pool, divided into four teams. Bangladesh sought the venue change after pacer Mustafizur Rahman was drop from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The decision sparked strong criticism within Bangladesh cricket circles. The T20 World Cup is schedule to begin on February 7. And will be jointly host by India and Sri Lanka.
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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is expect to meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif later today. An official decision on Pakistan’s participation is likely to follow the meeting. However, the ICC said it was not possible to revise the schedule so close to the tournament’s February 7 start. As a result, Bangladesh was replace by Scotland in the marquee event.
According to officials, the PCB has not made any final decision about withdrawing from the event. But internal consultations have intensified in recent days. The backup plan is said to focus on protecting Pakistan cricket’s financial interests. Player contracts, and international commitments in case the team is unable to take part in the global tournament. “The PCB does not want to be caught off guard,” a source was quoted as saying. “While playing in the T20 World Cup remains the priority. The board is considering alternatives to minimize losses if participation becomes impossible.”
For now, Pakistan’s participation in the T20 World Cup remains officially on track. However, the reported contingency planning highlights the uncertainty surrounding the tournament and the PCB’s effort to stay prepared in an unpredictable environment.