PCB Chairman Invited to Witness IPL Final in India
16 May 2026 1:17 PM IST16 May 2026 1:17 PM IST
The invitation marks a rare moment of engagement between the cricket boards of India and Pakistan, given the long-standing political and sporting tensions between the two nations
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi (File Photo)
In a significant development for cricket diplomacy, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has received an invitation to attend both the Indian Premier League (IPL) Final and the upcoming ICC Board Meeting scheduled for May 30 and 31 in Ahmedabad.
The invitation marks a rare moment of engagement between the cricket boards of India and Pakistan, given the long-standing political and sporting tensions between the two nations. The ICC meeting, coinciding with the IPL finale, is expected to bring together top cricket administrators from across the globe.
However, the decision on whether Chairman Naqvi will travel to India rests not with the PCB alone. The final call will be made by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, underscoring the political sensitivities surrounding such a visit.
If approved, Naqvi’s presence at the IPL Final would be symbolic, highlighting cricket’s potential role as a bridge in strained bilateral relations. It would also mark a rare occasion where a PCB chief witnesses India’s premier domestic tournament firsthand.
Observers note that the ICC Board Meeting itself will carry weighty discussions on the future of international cricket scheduling, revenue sharing, and governance reforms. Against this backdrop, Naqvi’s possible attendance could add an extra layer of intrigue to proceedings in Ahmedabad.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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