KARACHI: India have confirmed their participation for the six-nation International Snooker Championship being staged in Karachi, Pakistan from March 2-5.

Former Asian Champion Yasin Merchant and Muhammad Faisal Khan will represent India in the championship, Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association (PBSA) announced on Tuesday.

Iran is the other country having confirmed their entry in the event.

PBSA has requested Interior Ministry for NOC for the issuance of visa to the Indian team.