ICC World Cup 2023: PCB Assurances Sought by ICC

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman and CEO have traveled to Lahore in order to secure guarantees from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that they will not push for a hybrid format for their matches in the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 in India. Despite the uncertainty hovering around the Asia Cup 2023, the ICC is eager to ensure Pakistan’s commitment to touring India for the ODI WC.

Seeking Commitment from PCB

According to sources, Greg Barclay, the ICC Chairman, and Geoff Allardice, the ICC CEO, have come to Lahore to acquire promises from the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding the participation of the national team in the World Cup, which is scheduled to take place in October-November.

PCB President’s Stand

The situation escalated when PCB President Najam Sethi made it clear that the team will not travel to India for the World Cup if the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team does not visit Pakistan for the Asia Cup.

MS Dhoni to Undergo Tests

In other news, MS Dhoni, who has been suffering from a knee injury, is set to undergo tests at the Kokilaben hospital this week.

Conclusion

The ICC and the Board of Control for Cricket in India are both hoping for a successful World Cup in 2023 and are taking all necessary steps to ensure that the teams are able to participate in the tournament without any hindrance. It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming weeks.