The cricket series between Pakistan Shaheens and the England Lions has been abruptly cancelled due to escalating security concerns in Abu Dhabi and the wider Middle East region, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Tuesday.
The decision to terminate the tour was reached mutually following consultations between the two cricket boards. In light of the developing situation, it was agreed that there will be no further play in the series, which consisted of three T20 matches and five 50-over encounters.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated that the safety, security, and wellbeing of the players and support personnel remain its utmost priority.
The governing body is reportedly in continuous communication with team management to facilitate the squad”s safe return to Pakistan.