India, Feb. 4 -- Amid continued silence from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC), with just three days left before the start of the 2026 T20 World Cup, Pakistan's participation in the Group A clash against India next week in Colombo remains uncertain. However, a report on TimesofIndia.com claimed that the next 48 hours are crucial for the PCB, with a major announcement expected on the matter.

Ending days of speculation, the Government of Pakistan last Sunday addressed the issue through a social media post, confirming the country's participation in the tournament. While players have been cleared to travel to Sri Lanka, the post categorically stated that Pakistan will not take the field against Indi...