The excitement surrounding the India-Pakistan clash in the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023 continues to intensify. In a new development, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that they will seek permission from their government before confirming their participation in the tournament, which is scheduled to take place in India.
The fate of the Pakistani team’s visit to India for the World Cup now hangs in the balance. Najam Sethi, the chairman of the PCB, has made it clear that the government will have the final say on Pakistan’s involvement and travel arrangements. In a letter to the International Cricket Council (ICC), the PCB expressed their inability to unilaterally approve the draft schedule for the tournament. Sethi emphasized, “We have informed the ICC that we are unable to provide approval or disapproval for this World Cup schedule.”
He further emphasized that, just like India, the decision rests with the government when it comes to traveling for matches. Pakistan’s participation and the final venue will be subject to the government’s decision. Sethi highlighted these two crucial conditions that will shape their stance. It is important to note that the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 is slated to be hosted by India in October of this year.
As the drama surrounding the Asia Cup schedule and participation continues, Pakistan is yet to confirm their involvement in the ODI World Cup. Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has assured that the Indian government will grant special visas to the traveling members. The ball is now in the Pakistani government’s court, and their decision will ultimately determine Pakistan’s participation in this highly anticipated tournament. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await a resolution, as the spotlight remains firmly on India and Pakistan, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this high-stakes event.
