T20 World Cup: Bangladesh faces ICC ultimatum, potential exclusion looms

• Bangladesh faces an ICC ultimatum until January 21 to confirm participation in the T20 World Cup in India.
• Citing security concerns, Bangladesh initially demanded a venue change, then a group change, both rejected by ICC.
• If Bangladesh withdraws, Scotland is being considered as a potential replacement team, though not finalized.
• ICC has stated no changes to the tournament schedule are possible at this late stage.
• Bangladesh is scheduled to play its first match against West Indies on February 7 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh faces T20 World Cup exclusion if it doesn't agree to play in India by January 21.