Can’t refuse to play against any team under ICC’s commitments: BCCI VP on Ind-Pak match

Oct 18, 2021

New Delhi, Oct 18 (ANI): Amid recent killing of civilians in Jammu and Kashmir, the demand of cancellation of India and Pakistan match in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup tournament has been increased. However, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President Rajeev Shukla on October 18 stated that such demands can’t be fulfilled as the team is bound to play under International Cricket Council’s commitments. “We strongly condemn killings (J&K). Strict action should be taken against terror organisations. As far as match (T20 WC IND vs PAK) is concerned, under ICC's international commitments you can't refuse to play against anyone. You've to play in ICC tournaments,” said Shukla.