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Firstpost08-01-2026, 09:37

Bangladesh Demands T20 World Cup Matches Shift to Sri Lanka: 'No Compromise on Dignity'

  • Bangladesh insists ICC move T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing unresolved security concerns for its cricketers.
  • The demand intensified after star pacer Mustafizur Rahman's release by Kolkata Knight Riders, which Bangladesh views as a tacit admission of insecurity.
  • Sports advisor Asif Nazrul stated the issue is not just security but also "national humiliation," asserting India is unsafe for Bangladeshi players.
  • Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam supported the stance, referencing past instances of countries refusing to play in host nations.
  • ICC's current response hasn't satisfied Bangladesh, who are prepared to take a stand, even if it means potential World Cup exclusion.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh demands T20 World Cup matches be moved to Sri Lanka, citing security and national dignity concerns in India.

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