Jammu, Feb. 10 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday took a jibe at Pakistan for backtracking on their decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India, stating that they shouldn't threaten if they don't have the strength to stand behind it.

Asserting that Pakistan became "afraid and backed off," Omar Abdullah said they should've come quietly to the field.

"They (Pakistani authorities) issued a warning that they would not play the match against India. Then they became afraid and backed off. Those who lack the strength to back up their threats should not make them. They should come quietly to the field. Whatever happens in the match will happen," he said.

On Monday, the Government of Pakistan directed the...