Pakistan Withdraw From WCL 2026 After PCB NOC Dispute

Brief By espncricinfo / 3:14 PM on 06 Oct 2026

Pakistan have withdrawn from the World Championship of Legends 2026 after the Pakistan Cricket Board refused to issue no-objection certificates to its players. Reports said the PCB sought a written apology from Indian players for refusing to face Pakistan last season, along with assurances regarding handshakes. Organisers rejected the demands. India and Pakistan were scheduled to meet on October 10.