The development comes just days before WCL 2026, set to begin in the UAE on October 3. There are so many influential figures from India in the league, and they don’t want any controversy this season. Amid this, ICC ODI World Cup 2027 schedule announcement date revealed.
As reported by the Daily Independent, Pakistan champions are now barred from taking part in the upcoming WCL 2026. No team will be ‘permitted to use Pakistan’s name’ in the tournament, assumingly given the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan.
WCL 2026 schedule set for change after Pakistan Champions' removal
WCL Season 3 is scheduled from October 3 to October 18 across Sharjah and Dubai. Bangladesh champions are making their debut in the tournament, joining India champions, South African champions, Australian champions, English champions, and West Indian champions.
Now, it remains to be seen which game would replace Pakistan's champions' opening clash with Bangladesh's champions on the same day that was scheduled to play in the evening in Sharjah.
India Champions won the first edition in 2024, while South Africa Champions defeated Pakistan Champions in the 2025 final to become the defending champions in the last edition.
Harshit Tomar and Ajay Devgn promise a big and special Season 3
Tomar had stated, “Season 3 is about bringing the biggest rivalries and the biggest legends back together. We have an incredible line-up and a schedule packed with matches that fans will instantly connect with. Taking WCL to the UAE makes this season even more special, and we are excited to give fans a month of unforgettable cricket and entertainment.”
On the other hand, WCL co-owner Ajay Devgn believes the league is much more than just a cricket league. He said the tournament brings together emotion, nostalgia, and entertainment, with Season 3 expected to be the biggest and boldest edition of the competition.
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