Bangladesh remain adamant on not playing in India. (AFP Photo)
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News1808-01-2026, 21:46

Bangladesh Demands T20 WC Venue Change from India to Sri Lanka Over Security Concerns

  • Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) sent a second letter to ICC, citing security concerns for T20 World Cup in India.
  • BCB reiterated its demand for a venue change from India to Sri Lanka for the upcoming tournament.
  • Concerns escalated after pacer Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release, linked to attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.
  • Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches are scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai.
  • ICC has not yet agreed to shift venues, seeking more clarity on the exact nature of security issues.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh insists on T20 World Cup venue change from India to Sri Lanka due to security concerns.

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