Bangladesh Firm on T20 World Cup Stance, Cites Pakistan Precedent

• Bangladesh sports advisor Asif Nazrul confirmed no change in stance regarding the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
• Rumors of Scotland replacing Bangladesh if they opt out were dismissed by Nazrul.
• BCB requested a venue change after BCCI instructed KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman due to political tensions, citing security concerns.
• Bangladesh wanted to swap groups, but Ireland refused; ICC's deadline for a decision was January 21.
• Nazrul referenced Pakistan's past refusal to travel to India, which led to an ICC venue change, asserting Bangladesh won't be pressured.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh maintains its position on T20 World Cup venue, citing security and past ICC precedents.