Pakistan-Origin USA Cricketers Await Indian Visa Clearance Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

Ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, USA fast bowler Ali Khan, born in Pakistan, has reported being denied an Indian visa, raising concerns about his participation. Alongside Khan, three other USA players of Pakistani origin—Shayan Jahangir, Mohammad Mohsin, and Ehsan Adil—are awaiting visa clearance after completing appointments at the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka. While no formal visa rejections have been confirmed, applications remain under review following standard procedures involving additional scrutiny for players with Pakistani heritage. The ICC and USA Cricket have not issued official statements, but efforts to resolve the matter continue amid visa challenges affecting several associate nations.