The ongoing discussions and negotiations surrounding the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match have been a focal point of international cricket diplomacy. According to The Guardian, Pakistan initially decided to boycott the match due to geopolitical tensions and the ICC's decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland in the tournament. However, after extensive negotiations, the Pakistan government reversed its decision, agreeing to play the match scheduled for February 15 in Sri Lanka. This decision came after the ICC, PCB, and BCB held a five-hour meeting in Lahore, as reported by SAMAA TV, where a mutual formula was prepared to address grievances, and the ICC responded positively to several demands raised by Bangladesh.