The T20 World Cup is set to take place from June 2 to 29, with the West Indies and the USA co-hosting the event. However, a terror threat from North Pakistan has raised concerns about the safety of the tournament. Pro-Islamic State (IS) media sources have urged violence against sporting events, with messages from the Afghanistan-Pakistan branch, ISKhorasan (IS-K), prompting supporters to engage in attacks in various countries.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) CEO Jonny Graves has assured that all necessary safety measures are in place for the tournament. He emphasized the cooperation with host countries and cities and continuous monitoring of global security conditions. Graves reassured stakeholders that safety and security are top priorities for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 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.
Despite these concerns, officials are working diligently to ensure the safety of all participants and spectators during the tournament. Matches are scheduled to take place on islands such as Barbados, Guyana, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Vincent and