India, Jan. 13 -- USA fast bowler Ali Khan has claimed his Indian visa application has been denied less than a month before the ICC Men's T20 World Cup begins, throwing a fresh layer of uncertainty over the Americans' tournament build-up.

Ali Khan posted an Instagram story on Monday that read, 'India visa denied but KFC for the win," effectively confirming he does not currently have clearance to enter the country for the India leg of the competition.

The timing is awkward for the USA because their Group A itinerary is heavily India-based. USA are scheduled to face hosts India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on February 7, followed by fixtures in Chennai against the Netherlands, Namibia. If the visa issue is not resolved quickly, USA c...