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'Trump card is with Pakistan': Ex-captain tells PCB to boycott T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh

January 22, 2026

Bangladesh has effectively boycotted the upcoming T20 World Cup, citing safety concerns regarding their team's travel to India. Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to withdraw from the tournament in solidarity with Bangladesh, which has requested that the ICC consider relocating the matches.

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Credit: Pakistani team have been suggested to withdraw from the T20 World Cup.

Key Highlights

Bangladesh has decided not to participate in the T20 World Cup due to safety concerns in India.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has formally requested the ICC to move their matches outside India.
Rashid Latif has suggested that the PCB support Bangladesh by boycotting the tournament.
Bangladesh officials emphasize that they will not travel to India regardless of circumstances.

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'Trump card is with Pakistan': Ex-captain tells PCB to boycott T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh

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