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Bangladesh T20 World Cup Participation LIVE Updates: Bangladesh demands dispute resolution committee's intervention

January 23, 2026

Bangladesh's cricket team has decided to boycott the T20 World Cup 2026 in India due to security concerns, prompting the ICC to consider Scotland as a replacement team. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has requested intervention from the ICC's Dispute Resolution Committee, arguing that government assurances on safety are insufficient. The ICC is expected to finalize its decision soon.

ICC could name a replacement team for Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2026 today (23 January, Friday). Image: BCB

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Key Highlights

Bangladesh has announced it will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns.
The Bangladesh government has officially supported the team's decision, citing past security failures.
The ICC is considering Scotland as a replacement team for Bangladesh in the tournament.
The BCB has requested the intervention of the ICC's Dispute Resolution Committee regarding the situation.
A deadline for a response from the BCB has expired, leading to ICC's next steps.

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Bangladesh T20 World Cup Participation LIVE Updates: Bangladesh demands dispute resolution committee's intervention

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