US EditionFormer ICC Chairman Gives His Verdict on Pakistan's Decision to Boycott India Tie: 'You Can’t Have Double Standards'
Ehsan Mani argues Pakistan should not face penalties for government-directed non-participation against India, highlighting concerns over double standards and tournament rules on selective play.
- On Monday, Ehsan Mani, former International Cricket Council chairman and former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, said Pakistan cannot be sanctioned for following Government of Pakistan instructions in a Sportstar interview.
- The Government's post said the team may travel to Sri Lanka but will not take the field against India on February 15 in Colombo.
- Past tournaments saw teams forfeit points when they declined to travel, including Australia and West Indies in the 1996 World Cup, while opponents were often declared winners without financial penalties.
- The ICC said it has not received formal communication and called selective participation inconsistent, urging the PCB to explore a resolution, with a boycott costing Pakistan two points.
- With broadcast deals at stake, ICC broadcast partners depend on the India vs Pakistan fixture, so government-driven withdrawals could have long-term implications for the sport and millions of fans in Pakistan.
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