Stir in the cricket world: Will Pakistan boycott the T20 World Cup? PCB put a big condition in Lahore meeting, ICC’s tension increased

News India Live, Digital Desk: The cricket ‘war’ between India and Pakistan has now gone out of the field and reached the offices of ICC. T20 World Cup The tough stance of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) just before the ICC Cricket World Cup has given sleepless nights to cricket fans and ICC. In an important meeting held in Lahore, PCB ‘Lahore Resolution’ While passing it, they have made it clear that if their conditions are not accepted, they will not shy away from taking strict action.

What is the whole controversy? PCB’s ‘boycott’ threat

According to the latest reports, Pakistan Cricket Board is extremely angry with India’s decision of not touring Pakistan (bilateral series). In the meeting of top PCB officials, a demand has been raised that if the Indian team does not come to Pakistan, then Pakistan can also consider playing against India in big ICC tournaments or participating in the World Cup.

Lahore Resolution: These are 3 big demands

According to News18’s live updates, the PCB made the following key points in its meeting:

Revenue Share: The PCB is demanding an increase in its share in the ICC’s revenue model.

Bilateral Cricket (Bilateral Series): Pakistan wants ICC to persuade India to play with them or the hybrid model should be abolished completely.

Decision on neutral venue: PCB has clearly said that ‘handshake’ will happen only when there is equal respect.

Role of ICC and BCB: Reconciliation efforts continue

Amidst this tense situation, representatives of ICC and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) are reported to be meeting in Lahore. ICC does not want to let the India-Pakistan match out of the World Cup at any cost, because this one match generates the most revenue.

Will Pakistan really leave the World Cup?

Experts believe that the talk of ‘boycott’ could only be a tactic to create pressure. If Pakistan boycotts the World Cup, it may face huge financial losses as well as ICC sanctions. However, the PCB seems to be in no mood to bow down this time.

What does this mean for cricket fans?

If talks fail, the 2026 cricket calendar could see major changes. The worst news for the fans may be that they may not get to see the high-voltage match between India and Pakistan for a long time.