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    Politics hurting World cricket, IPL the only winner if boycotts continue: Lalit Modi on India–Pak T2
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    Politics Hurting World Cricket, IPL The Only Winner If Boycotts Continue: Lalit Modi On India–Pak T20 World Cup Row

    By IANS News February 04, 2026 • 00:52 AM View: 86
    Pak T20 World Cup: Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi has criticised Pakistan’s decision to boycott its group-stage fixture against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, saying the spirit of cricket is diminished when politics influences sporting participation.

    Speaking to IANS, Modi said, “Cricket was created to be decided on the field, not in boardrooms or through boycotts. When politics enters sport, the game loses — but fans always remember who stood for competition.”

    Pakistan’s withdrawal from the marquee clash, scheduled for February 15 in Colombo, follows directives issued at the governmental level. Despite opting out of the India match, Pakistan is still expected to take part in the rest of the tournament — a selective absence that has drawn attention given the storied cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan.

    TAGS Lalit Modi Pak T20 World Cup Former Indian Premier League ICC Men T20 World Cup International Cricket Council
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