Archive · 23 Jan 2026
Bangladesh Boycotts T20 World Cup in India
Bangladesh has decided not to send its cricket team to play in India for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
They want to play in Sri Lanka instead because they think it's not safe for their players and fans in India.
The ICC, which organizes the tournament, said no to this idea and told Bangladesh to either play in India or be replaced by Scotland.
Bangladesh's government supports this decision, but some former Indian cricketers think it's a bad idea and that politics is involved.
The ICC says there are no real security threats, but Bangladesh disagrees and wants the ICC to understand their concerns.
The ICC is expected to make a final decision soon, and it looks like Scotland might take Bangladesh's place in the tournament.
Bangladesh refuses to play T20 World Cup matches in India due to security concerns.
ICC denies Bangladesh's request to shift matches to Sri Lanka, stating no credible threat exists.
Bangladesh's sports advisor and government support the decision, citing potential risks.
Scotland is next in line to replace Bangladesh if they do not participate.
Former Indian player Manoj Tiwary criticizes Bangladesh's decision, alleging political interference.
- Who
- Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the ICC
- What
- Dispute over playing T20 World Cup matches in India
- When
- ICC Men’s T20 World Cup begins on February 7, 2026
- Where
- India and Sri Lanka (co-hosts)
- Why
- Bangladesh cites security concerns and perceived double standards by the ICC
- Event
- ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Bangladesh's Stance
- Refuses to play in India due to security concerns
- ICC's Response
- Denied request to shift matches to Sri Lanka
- Tournament Dates
- February 7, 2026
- Co-hosts
- India and Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh's Proposed Solution
- Play matches in Sri Lanka
- Government Involvement
- Bangladesh government supports BCB's decision
- ICC's Previous Actions
- Allowed India to play Champions Trophy in UAE instead of Pakistan
- Scotland's Position
- Next in line to replace Bangladesh if they do not participate
- Former Indian Player's View
- Manoj Tiwary criticizes Bangladesh's decision, alleging political interference
Sources
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