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Bangladesh Axed From T20 World Cup After Refusal To Tour India. Scotland

January 24, 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has removed Bangladesh from the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) refused to travel to India due to security concerns. Following their decision, Scotland has been named as the replacement team, marking the first instance of a team being expelled from a global cricket event.

Bangladesh shown the door from the T20 World Cup

Credit: Hindustantimes

Key Highlights

Bangladesh was ejected from the T20 World Cup 2026 by the ICC.
The refusal to travel to India was based on security concerns.
BCB had a 24-hour deadline to decide on participation but maintained its stance.
Scotland has been named as the replacement team for Bangladesh.
This is the first time a cricket team has been expelled from a global event.

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Bangladesh Axed From T20 World Cup After Refusal To Tour India. Scotland

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