Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reacted to Afghanistan’s withdrawal from next month’s tri-series.
According to media reports, the board has confirmed that the upcoming T20 tri-series will take place as scheduled despite Afghanistan’s withdrawal.
A PCB spokesperson said in a statement that while Afghanistan has announced its withdrawal, the series will still feature Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
The spokesperson added that the board is considering options for a third team and will make a final decision soon. Preparations for the event are underway.
The tri-series is scheduled to be played from November 17 to 29. Earlier, the Afghanistan Cricket Board had announced that its team will not participate in the tournament in Pakistan.