T20 World Cup Exclusion Looms for Bangladesh: ICC Issues Final Warning to BCB
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T20 World Cup Exclusion Looms for Bangladesh: ICC Issues Final Warning to BCB

  • ICC warns Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) of potential exclusion from 2026 Men's T20 World Cup if they refuse to tour India.
  • BCB cites security concerns in India and proposes moving matches to Sri Lanka, but ICC dismisses specific threats.
  • ICC has given BCB until January 21 to agree to tour India; Scotland could replace Bangladesh.
  • Disagreements within BCB and alleged anti-Bangladesh sentiment linked to IPL issue further complicate the situation.
  • Bangladesh's participation remains uncertain despite internal crisis resolution, with matches scheduled in Kolkata and Mumbai.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh faces T20 World Cup exclusion due to a standoff with ICC over touring India, citing security concerns.

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