Bangladesh Firm on T20 World Cup Relocation from India; ICC Urges Reconsideration

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Moneycontrol•13-01-2026, 16:13
Bangladesh Firm on T20 World Cup Relocation from India; ICC Urges Reconsideration
- •Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) demands T20 World Cup fixtures be moved out of India due to security concerns.
- •ICC states the tournament itinerary is set and asks BCB to reconsider its stance; further discussions planned.
- •BCB cites a security team's letter, claiming 'no atmosphere to play' in India, mentioning risks for players like Mustafizur Rahman and fans.
- •ICC sources counter, stating independent risk assessments rate India's security for the tournament as low to moderate.
- •Bangladesh suggests Sri Lanka as an alternative venue, emphasizing player and staff well-being.
Why It Matters: Bangladesh insists on relocating T20 World Cup matches from India over security fears, while ICC seeks reconsideration.
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