Pakistan, Aug. 1 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to ban the use of Pakistan's name in the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) and all similar unofficial leagues. The decision was taken by the PCB Board of Directors to protect the integrity and official status of the national brand.

According to sources, no team or franchise can use the name "Pakistan" in any private cricket league without formal approval from the PCB. This decision comes amid rising concerns over unofficial events affecting Pakistan's cricket image. The board has now made its permission mandatory for any such representation.

However, players participating in the ongoing tournament in England under the "Pakistan Champions" name will still be allow...