T20 World Cup co-hosts Sri Lanka ask Pakistan to reverse their refusal to play their group match against India in Colombo.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has responded to Sri Lanka's cricket to them to not boycott the match against India.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially intervened in the escalating T20 World Cup diplomatic crisis, warning the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that a boycott of the February 15 clash against India would trigger a massive financial disaster.

Pakistan's alleged intention to forego the February 15 encounter in Colombo has already had an impact on Sri Lanka's tourism and hospitality industry, with numerous hotel reservations being canceled at various Colombo-based establishments.

The Pakistan Cricket Board acknowledged the letter from Sri Lanka Cricket but said it cannot overturn the government's decision.

The board’s executive committee met on Tuesday and decided to formally write to the PCB, urging it to reconsider the controversial decision.

India enters the tournament as defending champions after winning the previous World Cup in 2024, which was hosted by the U.S. and West Indies.

Will India and Pakistan face each other on February 15 in Colombo? Even as that question hangs heavy like the thick and suffocating Mumbai smog over the T20 World Cup 2026, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav said his team will travel to Colombo whether the match happens or not.