ICC to Bangladesh: Play T20 World Cup 2026 in India or Forfeit Points

• ICC rejected Bangladesh Cricket Board's request to shift T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India.
• ICC informed BCB that Bangladesh must play in India or risk forfeiting points, citing security concerns.
• BCB, however, claims no such ultimatum was relayed by the governing body.
• Bangladesh is scheduled to play all four Group C matches in India, including Eden Gardens in Kolkata and Mumbai.
• The request followed BCCI instructing KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 due to criticism over crimes against Hindus in Bangladesh.

Why It Matters: ICC stands firm on Bangladesh playing T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India despite BCB's request.