Cricket
T20 World Cup 2026 is around the corner but controversy has erupted between Pakistan cricket and Australia over how the Australians toured Pakistan
Australia arrived in Pakistan with a second-string team, resting many of their top T20 World Cup stars and it didn’t go down well with fans
In Lahore, Pakistan beat Australia by 22 runs in the first T20I, a rare win that intensified emotions on both sides
Critics in Pakistan called Australia’s selection an “insult to fans”, saying touring teams show no respect by resting stars before a major tournament
Ex-players and analysts argued that visiting sides should play their best elevens in bilateral series, especially so close to a World Cup
This controversy has added to the growing drama and uncertainty around Pakistan’s T20 World Cup preparations, giving fans even more to talk about