ICC Warns Bangladesh: Play T20 World Cup in India or Forfeit Points

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CNBC TV18•07-01-2026, 15:44
ICC Warns Bangladesh: Play T20 World Cup in India or Forfeit Points
- •ICC rejected Bangladesh's request to shift T20 World Cup matches outside India, citing security concerns.
- •ICC reportedly warned Bangladesh of point forfeiture if they fail to participate in India for the tournament.
- •BCB disputes the "ultimatum" but confirmed ongoing "constructive engagement" with ICC for smooth participation.
- •The T20 World Cup runs from Feb 7 to March 8 in India and Sri Lanka, with Bangladesh's matches in Kolkata and Mumbai.
- •BCB's concerns were triggered by BCCI's instruction to KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL.
Why It Matters: Bangladesh faces point forfeiture if it skips T20 World Cup in India, despite BCB's concerns.
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