ICC Facilitates Visa Clearances for Pakistani-Origin Players Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

Ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, the ICC has intervened to expedite visa processing for 42 players and officials of Pakistani origin across multiple teams. England's Adil Rashid, Rehan Ahmed, and Saqib Mahmood have received their visas, as have members of the Netherlands and Canada staff. Visa appointments for others from the USA, UAE, Italy, Bangladesh, and Canada are scheduled, with a January 31 deadline. The ICC is coordinating closely with Indian authorities to avoid last-minute delays and ensure all participants can attend.