Archive · 14 Jan 2026
BCB Refuses India for T20 World Cup 2026
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has said no to playing in India for the T20 World Cup in 2026.
They want to play their matches in Sri Lanka instead because they have concerns about safety in India.
The International Cricket Council (ICC), which organizes the World Cup, says it's too late to change the schedule and moving the matches would be very difficult.
Both sides are still talking to try to solve the problem before the big tournament.
The ICC will make a final decision soon, but it's unlikely the schedule will change.
Interestingly, a Bangladeshi umpire is currently in India officiating matches, showing that individual officials can travel even if the team doesn't.
BCB denies ICC's request to reconsider playing in India for T20 World Cup 2026.
BCB seeks to shift matches to Sri Lanka due to security concerns.
ICC emphasizes logistical challenges and finalized tournament schedule.
BCB reaffirms its position in a video conference with ICC representatives.
Further talks expected as ICC seeks to resolve the impasse before the event.
- Who
- Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and International Cricket Council (ICC)
- What
- BCB refuses to travel to India for T20 World Cup 2026
- When
- Upcoming T20 World Cup 2026
- Where
- India (proposed), Sri Lanka (requested by BCB)
- Why
- BCB cites security concerns, ICC cites logistical challenges
BCB
ICC
Venue for T20 World Cup 2026
BCB
BCB wants to shift matches to Sri Lanka due to security concerns in India.
ICC
ICC emphasizes logistical challenges and finalized tournament schedule, preferring to keep matches in India.
- Teams Involved
- Bangladesh, India
- Event
- T20 World Cup 2026
- BCB's Request
- Relocate matches to Sri Lanka
- ICC's Stance
- Logistical challenges, schedule finalized
- BCB's Reason
- Security concerns
- Next Steps
- Further talks, ICC to take final call
- Umpire Involvement
- Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat officiating in IND vs NZ ODIs
- Umpire's Role
- ICC-contracted umpire, not involving BCB or BCCI
Sources
Bangladesh Denies ICC Request, Stands Firm On Not Travelling To India For T20 World Cup 2026
Talks continue to break deadlock: ICC urges Bangladesh to reconsider stance on India fixtures
Bangladesh Umpire Officiates IND Vs NZ 2nd ODI Amid ICC-BCB Standoff On T20 World Cup 2026 Travel
