New Delhi, March 2 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly penalised every member of Pakistan's squad from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup PKR 5 million (approximately USD 18,000) following what it termed an unsatisfactory campaign.

For the fourth consecutive edition of the T20 World Cup, Pakistan failed to make it to the semifinal stages, a first in the country's history, forcing the PCB to act tough on the players.

According to ESPNCricinfo, the fines were imposed strictly on performance grounds and were not related to any disciplinary breach. The decision was reportedly taken soon after Pakistan's 61-run defeat to India in the group stage, a result that significantly dented their campaign. Players were informed that the penalty ...