In 2019, Mahmood himself was replaced in an England Lions squad touring India due to delays in the visa process. Though the ECB hasn't officially commented on Mahmood's situation, it is reportedly confident that he will get his visa in time to join the team.

England pacer of Pakistani heritage, Saqib Mahmood, will miss the team's training camp in Abu Dhabi due to delay in getting his India visa for the limited overs tour beginning January 22, according to a report.

Saqib Mahmood faces visa delays ahead of England cricket team’s white-ball tour to India, impacting his departure for a UAE training camp. Despite app

England fast bowler Saqib Mahmood is currently dealing with visa issues, putting his participation in the upcoming white-ball tour of India in jeopardy. The England Cricket Board (ECB) had to cancel his flight as his passport is still with the Indian Embassy. With just a week to go before the tour starts, Mahmood's status remains uncertain.

Saqib Mahmood could not travel to Abu Dhabi for the team's preparation camp ahead of the India series due to a delay in his visa. The issue is not new for England players of Pakistan heritage. Earlier,

EXCLUSIVE: Mahmood was scheduled to leave for the UAE last Thursday for a pace bowling camp alongside Jofra Archer , Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood.