PCB readies contingency plan if T20 World Cup pullout goes through, Mohsin Naqvi to launch domestic tournament: Report

Amid the ongoing standoff between the ICC and PCB, a fresh report has emerged, detailing Naqvi's plans if the pullout from the World Cup indeed goes through and the Pakistan Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, gives his permission.

According to Geo News, contingency plans have already been readied, and the PCB plans to host a four-team tournament in Lahore, with Pakistan and Shaheens Under-18 teams divided into four groups.

Last week, Naqvi met the Pakistan PM, Shehbaz Sharif, to inform him about the current situation regarding the World Cup. It was then that he confirmed that discussions are ongoing and that the final decision will be revealed soon.

The BCB was given 24 hours to take a call; however, once the board refused, the ICC had no option but to show Bangladesh the door and welcome Scotland.

However, Naqvi once again confirmed that there was no call taken on the participation in the tournament, and it all depends on the top government official. It is worth noting that, in addition to being the PCB chief, Naqvi is also the Interior Minister of Pakistan.

The tenth edition of the T20 World Cup is set to be played in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Pakistan will be playing all of its matches in Sri Lanka as part of pre-signed agreement with the ICC.

Pakistan are in Group A alongside India, Namibia, the Netherlands and the USA. The marquee match between India and Pakistan will take place on February 15 in Colombo.

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