Overview
- Ali Khan wrote on Instagram on January 13, “India visa denied but KFC for the win,” prompting multiple outlet reports.
- Indian visa authorities and USA Cricket have not confirmed his visa status, and coverage remains based on his social-media post.
- USA open Group A against India on February 7 at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, with additional group matches scheduled in Chennai and one in Colombo.
- The 35-year-old Pakistan-born fast bowler was part of USA’s 2024 T20 World Cup campaign and dismissed Rishabh Pant and Fakhar Zaman in group games.
- Some reports suggest other USA players of Pakistani origin may also face visa issues, a claim that is unverified at this stage.