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PCB Bars 'Pakistan' Branding in Private Leagues, Issues Blanket WCL Ban

This move follows India Champions’ dual forfeits in WCL 2025, which the PCB asserts were rewarded unfairly, undermining the spirit of the game.

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PCB imposes blanket ban on Pakistan's participation in upcoming WCL tournaments.
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Overview

  • On August 3, the PCB’s Board of Governors meeting chaired by Mohsin Naqvi banned private leagues from using “Pakistan” in team names without official approval, threatening legal action for violations.
  • The board simultaneously imposed a blanket ban on Pakistan’s participation in future editions of the privately organized World Championship of Legends.
  • In its statement, the PCB condemned the WCL for awarding points to India Champions after they forfeited two matches, describing the tournament’s press releases as biased and hypocritical.
  • India Champions forfeited their group-stage fixture on July 20 and the July 31 semi-final against Pakistan Champions amid geopolitical tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack.
  • The PCB’s actions follow advisories from the Pakistani government and the Inter-Provincial Coordination Committee to strengthen oversight of private cricket events.