Mohsin Naqvi to take U-turn ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026, know why: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman and home minister Mohsin Naqvi may make a U-turn amid political fallout. As of now, the Pakistan government is opposed to the 2026 T20 World Cup match against India to be held in Colombo on February 15.

This position may change in two weeks, depending on elections in Bangladesh. Bangladesh will hold general elections three days before India’s match against Pakistan on February 12, which may affect Mohsin Naqvi’s current thoughts on the boycott decision.

Why can Pakistan make a U-turn?

Through the upcoming general elections, the people of Bangladesh can vote for a democratic government instead of the current government led by Muhammad Yunus. If the Muhammad Yunus regime faces uncertainty, then Mohsin Naqvi and the Pakistani government can change their stance.

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Mohsin Naqvi could still make a U-turn over Pakistan’s match against India in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, according to a PTI report, with the timing of Bangladesh’s general elections now emerging as a potential pivot point in the fast-developing political cricket impasse.

Previously, some media reported that Pakistan was preparing for legal proceedings with the International Cricket Council (ICC) as it realized that boycotting the February 15 match would only get it into a series of troubles. To avoid multiple possible sanctions, the country’s top officials are preparing to confront global cricket’s top authority with logic and examples.

Bangladesh plays huge role behind boycott stance

The Pakistan government’s decision to boycott India matches, reportedly heavily influenced by Naqvi, comes after the Bangladesh cricket team was snubbed at the 2026 T20 World Cup. Pakistan is taking a tough stance only to support Bangladesh, which is currently ruled by the Yunus government. If the people of Bangladesh elect a democratic government in Dhaka, then Islamabad can also change its mind.

The current situation and all the drama surrounding the 2026 T20 World Cup is more political and cricket-related. There is no need for Pakistan to get involved in Bangladesh’s dispute with the ICC, but their involvement is to support their friend country Bangladesh. According to media reports, new suggestions are that the post-Dhaka election reset may allow Islamabad to adjust its approach.

Mohsin Naqvi needs to choose one

A source told the media, “Naqvi is not just a cricket administrator; he is a politician who does not care at all about the welfare of the national team. He is trying to win a point in his own way and he is likely to flip once the elections are held on February 12.”

“With two days to go until the India game, things might change. Otherwise he knows Pakistan might be ostracized.”

A boycott of India matches may boost Naqvi’s popularity in Pakistan’s domestic politics but could cause long-term damage to their cricket. Naqvi and senior government officials now need to choose between the two options – short-term politics or a long-term vision for cricket’s development.

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