PCB Bans Players from World Championship of Legends Amidst Bias Allegations

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has implemented a ban on its players' involvement in future editions of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), accusing the tournament of bias after awarding India points despite forfeiture. This decision follows tensions between India and Pakistan, particularly after India's refusal to play due to national sentiments following a terror attack.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to enforce a comprehensive ban on its players' participation in upcoming seasons of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), citing allegations of bias and a lack of sporting integrity by the tournament organizers.

This move came after India forfeited their scheduled matches against Pakistan, including a crucial semifinal, attributing their decision to ongoing national tensions after a terror attack in Pahalagam. Despite India's forfeiture, the WCL controversially awarded points to the Indian team, fueling further discontent from the PCB.

The chairman of the PCB, Mohsin Naqvi, expressed dismay at this situation, claiming that the handling of the tournament's points allocation was influenced by political narratives rather than cricketing merit. The PCB also criticized the WCL's apology to fans, finding it insincere and believing it acknowledged pandering to specific political agendas. This boycott demonstrates the PCB's firm stance against what it deems as skewed politics overshadowing the essence of fair sportsmanship.

(With inputs from agencies.)