Security Concerns:
India has raised legitimate concerns over player safety due to Pakistan’s history of security challenges, especially following the 2009 terrorist attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team. The security situation in Pakistan may remain unpredictable, which could justify India’s reluctance to travel there.

Geopolitical Tensions:
The strained relationship between India and Pakistan goes beyond sports, with longstanding political and territorial disputes that affect national sentiment. Allowing cricket matches between the two countries may undermine India’s position on these disputes or be perceived as an endorsement of Pakistan.

Protecting Indian Players:
The heightened public interest in cricket matches between India and Pakistan increases the stakes and could make Indian players particular targets. Ensuring players’ security is the responsibility of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and caution may be necessary.

Domestic Expectations and Public Sentiment:
Given the history of conflicts, including cross-border terrorism, many Indian citizens may view sporting engagement with Pakistan as counterproductive or even offensive. Thus, the Indian government and BCCI might avoid sending a team to prevent backlash from its citizens.

Alternative Models (Hybrid Venue):
The BCCI has proposed a “hybrid” venue model where India would play Pakistan at a neutral venue instead of in Pakistan itself. This approach could still allow for the event to proceed without compromising on security or political considerations.