Cricket West Indies (CWI) has stepped forward to reassure fans and stakeholders about the safety of the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup, despite recent security alerts. Reports from the Caribbean islands have indicated concerns regarding potential threats to the global event, originating from North Pakistan. Jonny Graves, CEO of CWI, emphasized the organizations close collaboration with local authorities in host countries and cities. We continually monitor the global landscape to ensure appropriate plans are in place to mitigate any risks identified to our event, Graves stated to Cricbuzz.Terror alerts ahead of T20 World Cup Recent security alerts have highlighted potential threats from Pro-Islamic State (IS) media sources. These alerts included messages from the Afghanistan-Pakistan branch, IS-Khorasan (IS-K), inciting violence against sporting events globally. Graves reiterated CWIs commitment to prioritizing safety and security for all involved in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup. We want to assure all stakeholders that safety is our number one priority, he added.On the issue of terror threat to T20 World Cup 2024, ICC says We work closely with authorities in the host countries and cities, and continually monitor and evaluate the global landscape to ensure appropriate plans are in place to mitigate any risks identified to our event.… pic.twitter.com/uOP934UFUJ— ANI (@ANI) May 6, 2024Caribbean governments, including Trinidad and Barbados, have affirmed their collaboration with security agencies to combat any potential threats to the World Cup. Security officials in the Caribbean are actively monitoring potential threats, especially in regions hosting World Cup matches. Intelligence regarding potential threats has been received through pro-Islamic state channels.Venue details of T20 World Cup Matches for the T20 World Cup will be held across various Caribbean islands and US cities, including Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Guyana, Saint Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, as well as Florida, New York, and Texas. However, there is no indication of threats to games in the USA.Assurance from ICCThe International Cricket Council (ICC) echoed CWIs assurance, emphasizing their shared commitment to safety and security.
