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CNBC TV1822-01-2026, 17:06

Bangladesh Refuses T20 World Cup Travel to India, Seeks Sri Lanka Venue

  • Bangladesh has confirmed it will not travel to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup due to unresolved security concerns.
  • BCB president Aminul Islam stated the decision in Dhaka, with the board making a final representation to the ICC.
  • Bangladesh sports advisor Asif Nazrul expressed hope the ICC would allow them to play matches in Sri Lanka.
  • Nazrul reiterated persistent security concerns for Bangladeshi players and officials in India, citing a past incident.
  • The ICC has not yet officially responded to Bangladesh's request for a venue change.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh refuses to play T20 World Cup in India over security fears, pushes for Sri Lanka as alternative.

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