New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- The Government of Pakistan has given a green light to the national team to participate in the upcoming T20I World Cup 2026, but instructed on Sunday to not play against tournament hosts India. The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash was scheduled for February 15 in Colombo.

Taking to social media, the X handle of Government of Pakistan stated a release which read, "The Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan grants approval to the Pakistan Cricket Team to participate in the ICC World T20 2026; however, the Pakistan Cricket Team shall not take the field in the match scheduled on 15th February 2026 against India."

The decision came after a meeting between Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi and...