Scotland Replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026; Matches in Kolkata, Mumbai

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News18•24-01-2026, 20:05
Scotland Replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026; Matches in Kolkata, Mumbai
- •ICC updates 2026 T20 World Cup schedule co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, starting February 7.
- •Bangladesh ejected from the tournament after refusing to travel to India due to security concerns.
- •Scotland accepts ICC invitation, replacing Bangladesh in Group C alongside England, Italy, West Indies, and Nepal.
- •Scotland will now play Bangladesh's original fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai, with dates and timings unchanged.
- •ICC conducted independent security assessments, finding no credible threat to the Bangladesh team in India.
Why It Matters: Scotland steps in for Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after security dispute with ICC.
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