The SL president Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed gratitude to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for ensuring the Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup match goes ahead.
The SL president shared a message on social media platform X, thanking the Pakistani government for ending the boycott. He wrote, “Thank you Prime Minister @CMShehbaz for ensuring the game we all love goes on. Delighted that the eagerly awaited India and Pakistan match at the ongoing T20 Cricket World Cup in Colombo will proceed as planned.”
Dissanayake also acknowledged the efforts of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and other stakeholders in facilitating the match. “As co-host of the tournament, Sri Lanka thanks the @ICC and all concerned for their efforts,” the SL president added. He highlighted the historical solidarity between India and Pakistan during the 1996 World Cup, when both teams played in Colombo despite security concerns.
The Government of Pakistan confirmed on Monday night that its national team will participate in the scheduled T20 World Cup clash against India. ARY News reported that this decision comes after weeks of uncertainty regarding Pakistan’s travel and participation.
The official statement emphasized Pakistan’s solidarity with Bangladesh while granting formal approval for the team to play on February 15 in Sri Lanka. This ensures that the high-profile fixture will take place as originally scheduled.
Fans and cricket enthusiasts have welcomed the announcement, praising the cooperation between the cricket boards and governments of Pakistan, India, and Sri Lanka. The match is expected to draw significant attention due to its historic rivalry and competitive stakes.
With the decision finalized, teams are preparing for the high-intensity game. The SL president’s appreciation highlights the importance of collaboration in international sports and the efforts made to keep the tournament on track.
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