Bangladesh risk joining Australia, West Indies, England and New Zealand in World Cup forfeit list (BCB Photo)
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Moneycontrol07-01-2026, 18:38

Bangladesh Risks World Cup Forfeit Over India Match Relocation Demand

  • Bangladesh requested moving four T20 World Cup group matches out of India due to security concerns.
  • ICC is unlikely to grant the request, citing commitment to full participation and detailed security planning.
  • Matches are scheduled for Eden Gardens in Kolkata and Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
  • Historical precedents include Australia, West Indies (1996 vs Sri Lanka), England, and New Zealand (2003 vs Zimbabwe/Kenya) forfeiting matches over security issues.
  • The request comes just a month before the tournament, making schedule changes almost impossible.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh faces potential World Cup forfeit if India match relocation demand is denied by ICC.

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