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Bangladesh out, Scotland in: BCB formally rejects ICC ultimatum to play T20 World Cup in India

January 23, 2026

Bangladesh's Cricket Board (BCB) has formally rejected the ICC's ultimatum to participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, citing ongoing security concerns. Despite the ICC's threats to replace them with Scotland, the BCB is seeking a venue change and has approached the ICC’s Dispute Resolution Committee, although the ICC has indicated that there is no specific threat to the team.

Bangladesh out, Scotland in: BCB formally rejects ICC ultimatum to play T20 World Cup in India

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Key Highlights

BCB refuses to send the national team to India for the T20 World Cup.
ICC issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the BCB for compliance.
Security risks cited by BCB remain unchanged according to their assessment.
Scotland is prepared to replace Bangladesh in the tournament.
BCB's appeal to the ICC's Dispute Resolution Committee is likely to be dismissed.

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Bangladesh out, Scotland in: BCB formally rejects ICC ultimatum to play T20 World Cup in India

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