The International Cricket Council is set to hold an important quarterly meeting in Ahmedabad on May 30 and 31 during the finale of Indian Premier League 2026. However, uncertainty remains over whether Mohsin Naqvi will attend the gathering in person.
The high-profile meeting is expected to bring together top officials from several international cricket boards, with Ahmedabad hosting both cricket administration discussions and the IPL 2026 final at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium.
Mohsin Naqvi’s Attendance Looks Unlikely
According to reports, the chances of PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi travelling to India appear slim due to the ongoing diplomatic and cricketing tensions between India and Pakistan.
The ICC meeting was originally planned for Qatar earlier this year but was reportedly postponed because of the escalating West Asia conflict. The venue was later shifted to Ahmedabad.
While the ICC’s chief executives’ committee meeting on May 21 will take place virtually, the in-person session later this month is expected to be crucial for discussions around global cricket operations and upcoming tournaments.
India-Pakistan Cricket Tensions Continue
Relations between the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Pakistan Cricket Board have remained strained over the past few years.
The friction intensified following disputes surrounding the Asia Cup and ongoing disagreements over bilateral cricket, tournament hosting rights, and political clearances.
Reports also suggest that Mohsin Naqvi has received an invitation to attend the IPL 2026 final, although there has been no official confirmation from the BCCI.
Given the present diplomatic climate, analysts believe it would be difficult for Naqvi to secure political clearance for travel to India.
Asia Cup Trophy Row Added To Tensions
Recent tensions between the two cricket boards reportedly escalated further during the Asia Cup trophy presentation controversy.
Reports claimed that Indian players were uncomfortable receiving the trophy directly from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, leading to an awkward post-match moment that drew international attention.
Although ICC-level discussions have continued in recent months to ease tensions, the larger political and sporting deadlock between India and Pakistan remains unresolved.
IPL 2026 Final Adds Global Spotlight
The ICC’s decision to schedule the meeting during the IPL 2026 final week is expected to place Ahmedabad at the centre of the cricketing world.
The IPL final is likely to attract several international cricket administrators, broadcasters, sponsors, and former players, making it one of the biggest global cricket gatherings of the year.
With uncertainty over Pakistan’s participation still lingering, the Ahmedabad meeting could also become an important diplomatic moment for international cricket governance.
