Govt allows Pakistan team to play T20 World Cup match against India on Feb 15
Cricket
PM Shehbaz was briefed by Mohsin Naqvi on the outcome of high-level discussions held between representatives of PCB, ICC and BCB
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given formal approval for Pakistan’s national cricket team to play its scheduled match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, ending uncertainty surrounding the high-profile fixture.
According to an official government announcement, the Pakistan–India match will be played as per the original schedule, with the clash set for February 15 during the T20 World Cup.
In a statement released on social media, the Government of Pakistan said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was formally briefed by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on the outcome of high-level discussions held between representatives of the PCB, the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).
The government also reviewed formal requests submitted by the BCB to the PCB, along with consultations held with Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates and other member countries.
ISLAMABAD, February 9, 2026.
— Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) February 9, 2026
The Honorable Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Shehbaz Sharif has been formally briefed by the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mr. Mohsin Naqvi, regarding the outcomes of high-level deliberations held between the PCB, representatives of…
The correspondence and dialogue focused on finding a practical and workable solution to the challenges Pakistan was facing in the lead-up to the tournament.
The Government of Pakistan welcomed the statement issued by BCB President Aminul Islam and warmly acknowledged the support and goodwill expressed by Bangladesh, reaffirming that Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with the brotherly nation.
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Following extensive multilateral consultations, the government has directed the Pakistan national team to take the field for its scheduled fixture against India on February 15.
The decision was taken to uphold the spirit of cricket, support the continuity of the global game, and safeguard the interests of all participating nations.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the people of Pakistan extended their best wishes to the “Men in Green,” expressing confidence that the team will compete on the world stage with sporting spirit and national pride to uphold the country’s honour.
