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Bangladesh refuses to succumb to ICC pressure on T20 World Cup venue demand: ‘Cannot be pressurised to play in India'

January 20, 2026

Bangladesh's cricket authorities are standing firm against the ICC's demands to host T20 World Cup matches in India, citing safety concerns and accusing the ICC of imposing unreasonable conditions. Sports adviser Asif Nazrul emphasized that the country will not bow to pressure from the BCCI and is seeking alternatives, including a potential venue shift to Sri Lanka.

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Credit: The Bangladesh Cricket Board has refused to send the Litton Das-led squad to India for the T20 World Cup owing to 'safety and security' concerns.

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Bangladesh refuses to play T20 World Cup matches in India due to safety concerns.
Sports adviser Asif Nazrul criticized the ICC for imposing unreasonable conditions.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has suggested moving matches to Sri Lanka.
No agreement has been reached despite ongoing discussions with the ICC.
The situation escalated following protests related to the treatment of Hindus in Bangladesh.

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Bangladesh refuses to succumb to ICC pressure on T20 World Cup venue demand: ‘Cannot be pressurised to play in India'

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