Pakistan’s government had directed the national team to boycott the match with India as a support to Bangladesh
PSL 11 auction to take place this month
“Some people may not like this, but I’m only talking about cricket. I genuinely feel Pakistan have a very good chance of winning this World Cup,” Ashwin said.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said sports should be kept separate from political disputes,
“Our Bangladeshi brother, Mustafizur, picked in 2016 and 2018, is now our direct signing and finally back with the family"
The tournament is scheduled to take place in India and Sri Lanka between February 7 and March 8
According to PSL officials, the auction will be held on 9 February in Lahore.
Persistent bad weather meant neither side could take the field
Pakistan has announced to boycott match against India.
Leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed moved up two spots to second place in the T20 bowler rankings
Pakistan denied to play against India.
Pakistan will begin their campaign against the Netherlands on Feb 7
Steve Smith has recently delivered strong performances in the Ashes series
An India-Pakistan clash is widely regarded as the most commercially valuable fixture in international cricket
A virtual ICC meeting is expected to be held today to discuss Pakistan’s decision
It may be recalled that Pakistan has announced it will take part in the T20 World Cup but will not play against India.
The decision was taken as a form of protest.
The third T20, played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, saw Pakistan win the toss and opt to bat first against Australia.
Pakistan captain Farhan Yousuf won the toss and elected to field.
A meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is scheduled this evening
The Shaheens, after batting first, set a target of 199 runs, and in response, Australia were bowled out for just 108.
No official statement has so far been issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
Security officials said elite commando units, typically tasked with protecting visiting heads of state
Pakistan posted 168 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Saim Ayub was the top scorer with 40 runs.
Kingsmen Hyderabad, who will be making their debut in PSL 11, are reportedly emerging as strong contenders to secure Babar’s service
The prime minister directed Naqvi to work towards resolving the matter while considering all available options.
PSL 11 auction will feature four base price categories
If Pakistan decides not to play the match, the team would lose only two points under tournament rules
Aaqib said the selection panel assessed playing conditions while finalising the squad for the tournament
