Bangladesh are scheduled to play all four of their T20 World Cup group matches in India. AFP
News
F
Firstpost04-01-2026, 15:21

BCCI Rejects Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Venue Shift Demand: 'Think About Logistical Nightmare'

  • BCCI has rejected Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) demand to shift T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka.
  • Bangladesh cited security concerns and strained diplomatic relations with India, requesting a 'hybrid model' similar to Pakistan's.
  • BCCI stated that changing venues now would be a 'logistical nightmare' due to existing team bookings and broadcast arrangements.
  • The controversy follows Kolkata Knight Riders releasing Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman on BCCI's instructions.
  • Bangladesh's four league games are scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai; BCCI remains confident the tournament will proceed as planned.

Why It Matters: BCCI dismisses Bangladesh's T20 World Cup venue change request, citing insurmountable logistical challenges.

More like this

Loading more articles...