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PCB Threatens ICC Boycott Over India Series
27 Oct
Summary
- PCB chairman threatened ICC and ACC boycott if India cancels December series.
- IPL Chairman Shukla cited security concerns for India not playing in Pakistan.
- Shukla stated PCB would face fines if they withdrew from ICC events.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Shaharyar Khan, has issued a stern warning, stating that the PCB might boycott all International Cricket Council (ICC) and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) matches against India. This threat is contingent on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially withdrawing from a planned series in December.
IPL Chairman Rajiv Shukla reacted to Khan's statement, characterizing it as a potential threat rather than a valid stance. Shukla emphasized that the PCB would incur fines if they breached ICC regulations by boycotting events. He further raised concerns about player security in Pakistan, questioning the PCB's ability to provide adequate safety measures, which he noted has deterred other nations from touring.
Shukla also addressed the possibility of the December series, deeming it improbable. He explained that even if a series were agreed upon, the BCCI would still require government approval, which hinges on resolving several outstanding issues. Separately, Shukla dismissed rumors of his candidacy for BCCI president and praised former Indian openers Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir.
