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BCB sends another letter to ICC citing areas of concern regarding security in India for T20 World Cup: Report

January 9, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has sent a second letter to the ICC expressing security concerns regarding the T20 World Cup in India, requesting a venue change to Sri Lanka. This follows issues related to player safety and a recent incident involving pacer Mustafizur Rahman, which has heightened BCB's apprehensions about traveling to India for the tournament.

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Credit: Bangladesh cricketers are currently engaged in the Bangladesh Premier League but their World Cup dreams remain in danger.

Key Highlights

BCB has formally requested a venue change for T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka.
The letter details specific security concerns about traveling to India.
Bangladesh is scheduled to play four matches in India, including three in Kolkata and one in Mumbai.
BCB's concerns were partly triggered by the BCCI's release of Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL.
The T20 World Cup is set to start on February 7, 2026.

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BCB sends another letter to ICC citing areas of concern regarding security in India for T20 World Cup: Report

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