BCB Restricts Journalists' Stadium Access Amid T20 World Cup Controversy

• The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has imposed new restrictions on Bangladeshi journalists' entry to the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium (SBNCS).
• These restrictions are part of 'security enhancement measures' and apply to all persons, including media representatives.
• Media access is now limited to specific occasions: match days, official press conferences, BCB-invited events, and communicated practice sessions.
• Gate 1 is designated as the exclusive entry point for media to the SBNCS.
• The move comes amidst controversy regarding Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup, with ICC replacing them with Scotland for the 2026 edition.

Why It Matters: BCB has tightened stadium access for journalists, citing security, following T20 World Cup participation issues.