Pakistan Cricket Board Fines Players 50 Lakh PKR Each After 2026 T20 World Cup Exit

Following Pakistan's exit in the Super Eight stage of the 2026 T20 World Cup, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly fined each player 50 lakh PKR for underperformance. The decision, reportedly made after their group-stage loss to India, reflects growing frustration over repeated failures to reach ICC semi-finals since 2022. PCB officials emphasized that financial rewards will now be strictly performance-based, signaling a stricter approach to accountability amid inconsistent team displays throughout the tournament.