Ali Khan and 3 other USA cricketers of Pakistani descent denied Indian visas for T20 World Cup 2026

The USA cricket team has received a big shock just before the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. USA’s star fast bowler Ali Khan, who was born in Pakistan, has revealed that his Indian visa has been rejected, which means he may not be able to travel with the team for the tournament.

Visa trouble rocks USA camp ahead of ICC T20 World Cup 2026

The situation is even worse for the USA, as Ali Khan is not alone in having trouble getting an Indian visa for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, starting on February 7. It is being said that Shayan Jahangir, Ehsan Adil, and Mohammad Mohsin’s visa applications have been denied.

This left the USA camp worried, as the T20 World Cup is just around the corner, and they were hoping to go in with a full-strength squad. Ali is one of their key bowlers, so losing him could hurt the team badly. If these experienced players are unable to travel to India, the USA’s chances of doing well in the showpiece event will take a big hit.

According to an Instagram story by USA’s Ali Khan, the fast bowler’s application for an Indian visa to travel with USA to the T20 World Cup next month has been denied. Shayan Jahangir, Ehsan Adil & Mohammad Mohsin in the same boat. Would be a major blow to USA’s Super 8 chances. pic.twitter.com/3FNAJGAKMi

— Peter Della Penna (@PeterDellaPenna) January 13, 2026