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Pakistan add new twist to T20 World Cup drama, say participation review hinges on Bangladesh issue

January 19, 2026

Amid the standoff, Pakistan had earlier this month formally communicated its willingness to host all of Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches. PCB sources confirmed this came after Bangladesh requested the ICC to shift their World Cup fixtures from Mumbai and Kolkata to Sri Lanka. The report further stated that Pakistan venues are fully prepared to host matches, citing the country’s recent success in staging the Champions Trophy last year and the ICC Women’s Qualifier.

Bangladesh government reportedly reached out to Pakistan for support over T20 World Cup matter

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Amid the standoff, Pakistan had earlier this month formally communicated its willingness to host all of Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches.
PCB sources confirmed this came after Bangladesh requested the ICC to shift their World Cup fixtures from Mumbai and Kolkata to Sri Lanka.
The report further stated that Pakistan venues are fully prepared to host matches, citing the country’s recent success in staging the Champions Trophy last year and the ICC Women’s Qualifier.

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Pakistan add new twist to T20 World Cup drama, say participation review hinges on Bangladesh issue

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Pakistan add new twist to T20 World Cup drama, say participation review hinges on Bangladesh issue

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