Dhaka, Jan. 19 -- The ICC T20 World Cup faces fresh uncertainty as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reportedly halted all national team preparations on Monday, with the board instructing team management to develop a 'contingency plan' in case Pakistan decides to withdraw from the tournament.

Geo News, a mainstream Pakistani media, reported that the PCB has taken this drastic step in solidarity with Bangladesh, whose participation remains in doubt due to security concerns regarding venues in India.

Officials stated that Pakistan views Bangladesh's security apprehensions as "reasonable and valid" and warned that they would reconsider their own participation if these grievances are not addressed.

While the PCB has offered to host Banglade...