Pakistan to play India in T20 World Cup
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Why did Pakistan end its India boycott at T20 World Cup?
Al Jazeera explains how one player’s removal from a franchise led to the biggest cricket crisis in recent years.
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Ryan ten Doeschate said the development came as no surprise to the players, adding that they had always expected the fixture to go ahead. | Cricket
The India vs Pakistan match is set for 15 February, with BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla praising the ICC for resolving Pakistan's boycott. Diplomatic efforts ensured the match proceeds as planned, addressing concerns from Bangladesh and maintaining cricket's priority.
Discussions are ongoing between the ICC, PCB and also the BCB as the governing body tries to find a way for the fixture to proceed in Colombo
After Sri Lanka's stern letter to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) urging Pakistan to play India in the 2026 T20 World Cup, the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) has also now asked for the Men in Green to reciprocate the support shown towards them.