Lalit Modi, the former chairman of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has voiced serious concerns regarding the possibility of India and Pakistan playing cricket together in the near future. In a podcast with former England captain Michael Vaughan, he highlighted that the ongoing political tensions between the two nations, particularly the 'politicisation' of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), make bilateral series improbable. Modi recalled his experience of bringing Pakistani players into the IPL, emphasizing that the PCB is currently influenced by external political powers, which jeopardizes the safety of players. He stated, 'I fear for the players,' reflecting on the high emotions surrounding India-Pakistan matches. Additionally, Modi criticized the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for opting out of the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns, asserting that such decisions are not beneficial for cricket. He concluded that without a shift in the political landscape, the situation is unlikely to improve.