The West Indies and the USA are set to co-host the T20 World Cup from June 2 to 29. However, a terror threat from North Pakistan has raised concerns about the safety of the event. Pro-Islamic State (IS) media sources have reported a message from the Afghanistan-Pakistan branch, ISKhorasan (IS-K), urging supporters to engage in attacks in various countries.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Jonny Graves has reassured stakeholders that all necessary safety measures are in place for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. He emphasized the cooperation with host countries and cities and continuous monitoring of global security conditions. Despite the threat, Graves stated that safety and security are top priorities for the tournament, with a comprehensive security plan in place.
Media reports in the Caribbean have addressed the threats, with Trinidad Prime Minister Keith Rowley acknowledging the readiness of security agencies to address any potential risks to the matches. Barbados regional security officials are actively monitoring for potential threats to the ICC event, while intelligence from Pro-Islamic State (Daesh) through the media group ‘Nashir Pakistan’ has indicated a possible threat to the World Cup.
Matches will take place in islands such as Barbados, Guyana, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Vincent and
