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Cricket Scotland Accepts T20 World Cup Invite, Replaces Bangladesh in India

  • Cricket Scotland CEO Trudy Lindblade confirmed their acceptance of the ICC's invitation to the T20 World Cup.
  • Scotland will replace Bangladesh, who withdrew citing security concerns despite ICC's assessment of no threats.
  • The team is preparing for immediate arrival in India to acclimatize for the tournament starting February 7.
  • ICC Chairman Jay Shah confirmed Scotland's participation to Cricket Scotland Chairman Wilf Walsh.
  • Scotland will compete in Group C and will announce their 15-member squad in the coming days.

Why It Matters: Cricket Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, accepting the ICC's invite.

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