Former Pakistan cricketers and officials are urging the PCB to participate in the T20 World Cup, warning against a boycott in solidarity with Bangladesh. They emphasise prioritising Pakistan's cricketing interests and maintaining good relations with the International Cricket Council and member boards.

The Pakistan Cricket Board is challenging the International Cricket Council and that has not gone down well with their very own.

Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi’s stubbornness could damage the health of cricket in the country for a long time, with Bangladesh ironically in line to replace Pakistan at the T20 World Cup.

Bangladesh journalists reportedly were denied media accreditation for the T20 World Cup, following a fallout between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the International Cricket Council.

Bangladesh U19 have been knocked out of the U19 World Cup after England beat them by seven wickets in the Super Sixes match on Monday in Bulawayo. Earlier, the senior men's team was left out of the T20 World Cup with Scotland replacing them.

Former Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie posted against ICC following the board's decision to remove Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup 2026.

The Pakistan cricket team has yet to confirm its participation in the T20 World Cup 2026. ThePCB is upset with ICC's decision to leave out Bangladesh after they refused to play in India, and is considering boycotting the tournament.

A formal announcement on Bangladesh’s replacement at the World Cup is reportedly expected by Saturday.