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Bangladesh refuses to travel to India for T20 World Cup 2026 (Update @ post#84)

After Pakistan, is BCCI now targeting Bangladesh cricketers for exclusion from IPL as well?

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Indian sports goods manufacturer SG (Sanspareils Greenland) has decided not to renew its bat sponsorship contracts with several Bangladeshi cricketers, including Litton Kumar Das, sources confirmed.

Litton, whose bats previously carried the SG sticker, will no longer enjoy the benefits of the sponsorship, which included custom-made bats and commercial returns from branding. The company is also set to discontinue contracts with Yasir Ali Rabbi and former Test captain Mominul Haque.

Mominul Haque confirmed the development, saying he had heard about SG cancelling Litton’s sponsorship, though he had not yet received any official communication regarding his own contract.

However, Litton was unavailable for comment.

According to agents representing the players, SG had earlier indicated that the contracts would be renewed but later backed away without providing any formal explanation. The agents said they were informed of the decision verbally, with no official clarification from the company.

The move comes amid heightened political tensions between Bangladesh and India, following fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman’s exclusion from the IPL despite being bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 92 million at the auction. He was the only Bangladeshi among seven players listed who was picked in the auction.

BCB officials warned the situation could impact cricketing and commercial ties with India.

India remains a major supplier of sports equipment to Bangladesh, particularly cricket and hockey gear, although brands from Pakistan and other countries also operate in the market. In recent years, CA Sports has expanded its presence in Bangladesh, with former national captain Tamim Iqbal involved in its local business operations.

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Link: https://viewsbangladesh.com/sg-ends-sponsorship-deals-with-litton-das-other-bangladeshi-cricketers/​
 
Interesting to see that the same Indian posters who in their previous posts in this thread only attached a link to the Cricinfo fake news article with a misleading headline, without it's content...are now posting other articles' entire body along with the links.

Could it be because the fake news Cricinfo article started with the phrase "Conflicting reports" ? 🤣🤣🤣

There was a reason Cricinfo chose that heading. Most of the people only read headings and move on

It can be observed from the comments which followed the post #537 of this thread...many patrons fell for it and accepted it as truth.
 
tiger_khan said:
Interesting to see that the same Indian posters who in their previous posts in this thread only attached a link to the Cricinfo fake news article with a misleading headline, without it's content...are now posting other articles' entire body along with the links.

Could it be because the fake news Cricinfo article started with the phrase "Conflicting reports" ? 🤣🤣🤣

There was a reason Cricinfo chose that heading. Most of the people only read headings and move on

It can be observed from the comments which followed the post #537 of this thread...many patrons fell for it and accepted it as truth.
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People should only check official ICC source. Indian sources cannot be trusted based on their track records. :inti
 
Rajdeep said:
Whenever we play against Bangladesh, I want India to win but also Liton Das to score runs so that his avg dnt get impacted.

Old PP members will remember this golden dialogue and the player on which it was used.

:klopp
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Same here. Also love Pandya last over match more than DK heroics match because brother Saumya also got some belt treatment there 😿.
 
If you say in last minute you have to opt out. There are precedence.





The Australia U19 cricket team withdrew from the 2016 World Cup in Bangladesh due to
significant security concerns and government travel advice.
Key reasons for the withdrawal included:
  • Australian Government Advice: The Australian government advised that the security threat to Australians in Bangladesh remained high. This was the same advice that prompted the postponement of the senior men's Test tour in October 2015.
 
jnaveen1980 said:
If you say in last minute you have to opt out. There are precedence.





The Australia U19 cricket team withdrew from the 2016 World Cup in Bangladesh due to
significant security concerns and government travel advice.
Key reasons for the withdrawal included:
  • Australian Government Advice: The Australian government advised that the security threat to Australians in Bangladesh remained high. This was the same advice that prompted the postponement of the senior men's Test tour in October 2015.
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Now no one should tour radical Islamist country like Bangladesh to play any cricket. They are not safe under radical Islamist goverment . :kp
 
cricketjoshila said:
You guys are crying because the same bcci didn’t let a Bangladeshi earn 1mn usd from India, keep crying
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But the same BCCI are permitting Afghan cricketers to earn megabucks despite the Taliban Govt reducing the size of the Hindu population to a mere handful of families ?

To clarify - I'm not calling for Afghan cricketers to be barred from IPL. Just using BCCI's logic that a player is a representative of that country's government and therefore is a fitting target for punishment.
 
Markhor said:
But the same BCCI are permitting Afghan cricketers to earn megabucks despite the Taliban Govt reducing the size of the Hindu population to a mere handful of families ?

To clarify - I'm not calling for Afghan cricketers to be barred from IPL. Just using BCCI's logic that a player is a representative of that country's government and therefore is a fitting target for punishment.
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No need for clarification

We know that you are only highlighting the lies and hypocrisy

No need to be defensive when the truth is on your side. More power to you

There is clear contradiction in the Indian government's policy when it comes to BD

That's why they are using sports media outlets to spread disinformation.
 
cricketjoshila said:
Clearly you have no idea that taliban cooperated post their second takeover in providing safe passage to non Muslims to India, Hindu numbers were reducing in afghanistan since Muslim rule started
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Thread 'Afghanistan under the Taliban regime discussion'

The Taliban say they don’t want to monopolise power, but they insist there won’t be peace in Afghanistan until there is a new negotiated government in Kabul and President Ashraf Ghani is removed.

In an interview with The Associated Press, Taliban spokesman, Suhail Shaheen, who is also a member of the group’s negotiating team, laid out the insurgents’ stance on what should come next in a country on the precipice.

The Taliban have swiftly captured territory in recent weeks, seized strategic border crossings and are threatening a number of provincial capitals, as the last US and NATO...
 

DeadlyVenom said:
Love the Indian response.

Declare Fizz persona non grata but express desire for 25 bangalis to attend the world cup
:inti

Also pay a million to Fizz to not play. Then remove funding from a Hindu Bangali to protest at Bangali treatment of Hindus. :inti
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No one's expressed a desire to host the 25 Bangalis, they are being tolerated as part of obligations. It's them throwing their toys out of the pram now that one of their Muslim players been given some cold shoulder in the IPL and they have taken it as a national affront.

Indians would happily host Scots instead of Bangalis anyday.
 
😂😂😂

It's been 11 pages

The Indian wailing continues

ICC and BCCI better reach the decision soon

Otherwise the patrons of this forum might drown in Indian tears 🤣🤣🤣
 
Cracks In Bangladesh Cricket Board Over T20 World Cup Venue Row, Second Letter Sent To ICC: Report

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday formally sent a second communication to the ICC, explaining specific security concerns about travelling to India for the T20 World Cup while reiterating its demand for a change of venue to Sri Lanka. The World Cup gets underway on February 7, and Bangladesh are scheduled to play four games (three in Kolkata and one in Mumbai). They have refused to travel to India after pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released from the IPL on instructions of the BCCI, which cited unspecified "developments all around" to justify the decision.

"Following discussions with sports ministry advisor Asif Nazrul, the BCB has once again sent a communication to the ICC. The ICC wanted to know areas of concern with regard to security, and the BCB has cited them," a source close to the cricket board told PTI on condition of anonymity.

However, he did not elaborate on the specifics of the letter. The development comes amid sustained back-and-forth between the BCB and the ICC over Bangladesh's participation. The global body has maintained a stoic silence so far and has sought clarity on the exact nature of the security apprehensions flagged by the Dhaka-based board.


 
tiger_khan said:
😂😂😂

It's been 11 pages

The Indian wailing continues

ICC and BCCI better reach the decision soon

Otherwise the patrons of this forum might drown in Indian tears 🤣🤣🤣
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Indian sanghis are unnecessarily making this very complex. :inti

This thread shouldn't go past Page 2 but due to Indian crying, it reached page 11. :yk

For Bangladesh, equation is very simple. Either all BD games should happen outside of india or they withdraw from the World Cup (this came straight from the BCB leadership).
 
Cricket Warrior said:
Cracks In Bangladesh Cricket Board Over T20 World Cup Venue Row, Second Letter Sent To ICC: Report

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday formally sent a second communication to the ICC, explaining specific security concerns about travelling to India for the T20 World Cup while reiterating its demand for a change of venue to Sri Lanka. The World Cup gets underway on February 7, and Bangladesh are scheduled to play four games (three in Kolkata and one in Mumbai). They have refused to travel to India after pacer Mustafizur Rahman was released from the IPL on instructions of the BCCI, which cited unspecified "developments all around" to justify the decision.

"Following discussions with sports ministry advisor Asif Nazrul, the BCB has once again sent a communication to the ICC. The ICC wanted to know areas of concern with regard to security, and the BCB has cited them," a source close to the cricket board told PTI on condition of anonymity.

However, he did not elaborate on the specifics of the letter. The development comes amid sustained back-and-forth between the BCB and the ICC over Bangladesh's participation. The global body has maintained a stoic silence so far and has sought clarity on the exact nature of the security apprehensions flagged by the Dhaka-based board.


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When I read the heading of the article, I thought that differences have developed among the BCB executives regarding how to tackle the situation

After reading the article I realized that the headline is once again misleading

Later, I noticed that article is from Adani owned NDTV. Basically a mouthpiece of BJP. All the objective journalists have left that news platform since the ownership change

Basically, no significant development from what we already know

This is so unfair

More false hope for the Indian posters 🤣🤣🤣
 
It is practically not possible at the last minute. I believe talks will go like 'India will offer protection to your players" and so on. Will BCB deny it? They can even sweeten the deal with more share. BCB will cave eventually. Atleast few within BCB will have different opinions. There will be tremendous logistic challenges for Srilanka as well. Have they even been consulted on this? How can BCB just assume Srilanka their snake rival will take up the offer lol.

Bangladesh has to realize it will also impact the schedule of other teams that play them not just them. It will be a hassle for them as well. Other boards won't be onboard with BCB. There are some guys who hav eno clue about these things just focus on mocking sources.
 
And this is the most important part of the problem that people don't discuss enough

The Indian mainstream politicians' heavy involvement and support of minority-lynching and persecution

Basically, if any BD fan visits India during the WC and wears a BD cricket shirt to support his team, he will be a walking target for the bigots who are dog whistled by the BJP politicians

Neither BD cricketers, nor their fans are going to be safe in India for an extended period of time

Best to move their games to SL
 
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tiger_khan said:
And this is the most important part of the problem that people don't discuss enough

The Indian mainstream politicians' heavy involvement and support of minority-lynching and persecution

Basically, if any BD fan visits India during the WC and wears a BD cricket shirt to support his team, he will be a walking target for the bigots who are dog whistled by the BJP politicians

Neither BD cricketers, nor their fans are going to be safe in India for an extended period of time

Best to move their games to SL
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There were no Pakistani fans in the last world cup in India.

Pakistani players were heckled with racist and islamaphobic abuse.

India is not a safe country for international sport and SENA should recognize this because their reputation is also tarnished by participating.
 
sweep_shot said:
Indian sanghis are unnecessarily making this very complex. :inti

This thread shouldn't go past Page 2 but due to Indian crying, it reached page 11. :yk

For Bangladesh, equation is very simple. Either all BD games should happen outside of india or they withdraw from the World Cup (this came straight from the BCB leadership).
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For once, i fully support you - if BD are to participate hopefully all their matches are held in SL along with their soul bro- Pakistan.

Lesser of a logistical and security headache for india.

Your BCB took a terrific start in this by banning IPL telecast - wonderful, keep going.

And it's gone past page 2 becuase of your posters displaying their venom- check the number of posts by you and the toyger tiger dude, even rash is slower in spreading.....No Indian is crying - its more your cope mentality....
 
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CrIc_Mystique said:
For once, i fully support you - if BD are to participate hopefully all their matches are held in SL along with their soul bro- Pakistan.

Lesser of a logistical and security headache for india.

Your BCB took a terrific start in this by banning IPL telecast - wonderful, keep going.

And it's gone past page 2 becuase of your posters displaying their venom- check the number of posts by you and the toyger tiger dude, even rash is slower in spreading.....No Indian is crying - its more your cope mentality....
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Terrific post!
 
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Flat_Track_Bully said:
There were no Pakistani fans in the last world cup in India.

Pakistani players were heckled with racist and islamaphobic abuse.

India is not a safe country for international sport and SENA should recognize this because their reputation is also tarnished by participating.
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It won't be just Muslims this time

All the BD fans wearing their cricket shirts to support their team will be at an extremely high risk if games are played in India - regardless of whether BD fans are Muslims, Hindus or Christians

They will be harassed, abused and possibly assaulted by the BJP sponsored goons

Indian patrons on this forum are very abusive towards the BD

Imagine if they are given absolute immunity by the BJP backed environment to do anything they want to BD fans in Calcutta

They will salivate at the opportunity



BD games should be moved to SL
 
CrIc_Mystique said:
For once, i fully support you - if BD are to participate hopefully all their matches are held in SL along with their soul bro- Pakistan.

Lesser of a logistical and security headache for india.

Your BCB took a terrific start in this by banning IPL telecast - wonderful, keep going.

And it's gone past page 2 becuase of your posters displaying their venom- check the number of posts by you and the toyger tiger dude, even rash is slower in spreading.....No Indian is crying - its more your cope mentality....
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That was some rant. Top class lol.
 
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KEEP YOUR POSTS RELEVANT TO BANGLADESH INDIA T20 WORLD CUP STUFF

WE ARE NOT INTERESTED IN YOUR PERSONAL ENMITY.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
BCB had realised other tours to or by India were in jeopardy anyway. Indians claiming it was a private League but the next thing in their eyes was the revoking of other tours.

Your team struggle with player development hasn't much to do with relations with India either.

I believe Bangladesh took this stance as they have looked at previous experience with India and realised that bilateral tours with India are off the table.

Change of government in few years in either country will defuse tensions again. These aren't long term issues like India v Pakistan it's more of a short term skirmish and thinks will go back to normal either when BJP exits or when BD elects a more relaxed government.
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Not my team man, haha. But I do hope stuffs chills out. Too much political tension all around. This was not needed when the WC is just a month away from both parties.
 
The cult - the most insecure form of species.

Rattled by a small country, Bangladesh.

Then again, BCCI came running back to the PCB with a begging bowl.

Mark my words, BCCI, and India, is potless. They are living off debt obligations. If teams refuse to play in India, then viewership is effected, and yup, the sponsors will be breathing down BCCI necks.

Who needs bullets and bombs when a simple NO can destroy Cult India.
 
Tamim says 'consider Bangladesh cricket’s future and interests before deciding'​


Bangladesh former captain Tamim Iqbal said on Thursday that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) needs to consider the interests and future of Bangladesh cricket before making a decision regarding the T20 World Cup.

The BCB has conveyed that it wants Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches to be held outside India.

"Since I am not involved [with the BCB], like any other regular person I am finding things out through the media. But I am sure those dealing with these matters have a lot more information. So in that regard, I should not suddenly be making comments. What I am saying, however, is that Bangladesh cricket's interest, future and everything else must be considered before making such a decision. There is nothing better than if something can be resolved through dialogue," Tamim said.

Tamim felt the issue is sensitive and said that rather than making public comments, the BCB should first decide among themselves the best course of action. He also stated that given the International Cricket Council (ICC) provides the majority of the BCB's finances, any decision should be taken with Bangladesh cricket's best interests in mind.

"What I feel, and I think I would have done the same if I were there, is that since this is a sensitive issue, before making public comments, we would discuss the matter ourselves [within the board]. Because when you make a public comment, right or wrong, it becomes difficult to step back from that position. Bangladesh cricket's future comes before everything else, and 90 to 95 percent of the finances come from the ICC, so decisions have to be made based on what will help Bangladesh cricket," he added.

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Link: https://www.thedailystar.net/sports...rickets-future-and-interests-deciding-4076471​
 
So Tamim Iqbal says 90 to 95 percent of the finances for BCB comes from the ICC. And who funds the ICC?
 
Hitman said:
Tamim says 'consider Bangladesh cricket’s future and interests before deciding'​


Bangladesh former captain Tamim Iqbal said on Thursday that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) needs to consider the interests and future of Bangladesh cricket before making a decision regarding the T20 World Cup.

The BCB has conveyed that it wants Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches to be held outside India.

"Since I am not involved [with the BCB], like any other regular person I am finding things out through the media. But I am sure those dealing with these matters have a lot more information. So in that regard, I should not suddenly be making comments. What I am saying, however, is that Bangladesh cricket's interest, future and everything else must be considered before making such a decision. There is nothing better than if something can be resolved through dialogue," Tamim said.

Tamim felt the issue is sensitive and said that rather than making public comments, the BCB should first decide among themselves the best course of action. He also stated that given the International Cricket Council (ICC) provides the majority of the BCB's finances, any decision should be taken with Bangladesh cricket's best interests in mind.

"What I feel, and I think I would have done the same if I were there, is that since this is a sensitive issue, before making public comments, we would discuss the matter ourselves [within the board]. Because when you make a public comment, right or wrong, it becomes difficult to step back from that position. Bangladesh cricket's future comes before everything else, and 90 to 95 percent of the finances come from the ICC, so decisions have to be made based on what will help Bangladesh cricket," he added.

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Link: https://www.thedailystar.net/sports...rickets-future-and-interests-deciding-4076471​
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Tamim is exactly know where is Bangladesh stand in cricketing World. No one missed them if they want to withdrawal for ICC World T20.

Now after saying so much big mouth talk , will they able to take back his words and play in India?

I think what the BCB will say is – the ICC and BCCI have fully guaranteed the safety of their players, media personnel, etc., so we will play the matches in India.

Or koi option ni hai in Minnow ke pass.

:klopp :kp
 
Tamim to Bangladesh sport's minister or whatever, Play the World T20 without any drama otherwise BCB can become bankrupt.

:kp
 
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Technics 1210 said:
The cult - the most insecure form of species.

Rattled by a small country, Bangladesh.

Then again, BCCI came running back to the PCB with a begging bowl.

Mark my words, BCCI, and India, is potless. They are living off debt obligations. If teams refuse to play in India, then viewership is effected, and yup, the sponsors will be breathing down BCCI necks.

Who needs bullets and bombs when a simple NO can destroy Cult India.
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LOL. True.

Best way to rattle them is by hurting their revenue. :yk
 
STAY ON TOPIC, AND NO ONE IS GONNA REMOVE YOUR POSTS... ABUSES AND TROLL AND PROPAGANDA IS NOT ALLOWED....
 
BouncerGuy said:
Ask india you mean?? who had to play the games in UAE?????? OK OK...
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Saaar we will boycott UAE vs Pakistan match if match referee not suspended

ICC - wahi match referee rahegaa khelna hai khelo warna mat khelo

PCB - Jee my lords khel rhe hai match.

:kp
 
More example - We will not Even think about hybrid model, champion trophy entirely held in Pakistan. Lol. :kp
 
BouncerGuy said:
All you can do is no handshake and not take a trophy... Simple fact... eat that
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Do we care? Keep the trophy, you can only steal the Trophy because you won't be winning any ICC/ACC trophies in the near future. We're talking about international trophies, not amateur cricket.

Minnow ho or Rahoge india ke saamne in every Field.

:klopp :kp
 
Devadwal said:
Do we care? Keep the trophy, you can only steal the Trophy because you won't be winning any ICC/ACC trophies in the near future. We're talking about international trophies, not amateur cricket.

Minnow ho or Rahoge india ke saamne in every Field.

:klopp :kp
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Yeah we know that thrashing that Bangladesh gave you in semi final was hard to swallow so somehow you guys have to turn on the hate button and here we are...

keep doing bhangra bro,,, we like it.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
Love the Indian response.

Declare Fizz persona non grata but express desire for 25 bangalis to attend the world cup
:inti

Also pay a million to Fizz to not play. Then remove funding from a Hindu Bangali to protest at Bangali treatment of Hindus. :inti
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A day without hypocrisy and humilaition is a day wasted for Indians.
 
BouncerGuy said:
Yeah we know that thrashing that Bangladesh gave you in semi final was hard to swallow so somehow you guys have to turn on the hate button and here we are...

keep doing bhangra bro,,, we like it.
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When they even qualified for the semi-final? Ohh yea you're talking about amature cricket 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

its not your fault because sab apne apne standards ki bate karte hai.

:klopp :kp
 
Hitman said:
So Tamim Iqbal says 90 to 95 percent of the finances for BCB comes from the ICC. And who funds the ICC?
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Of course its India, when they play India vs India. The generous indians bestow their bounties on the plebs. The other teams dont count. I wonder why ICC doesnt organize a world cup which has India, India A, India B. After all its the gangus who fund icc?
 
Devadwal said:
When they even qualified for the semi-final? Ohh yea you're talking about amature cricket 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

its not your fault because sab apne apne standards ki bate karte hai.

:klopp :kp
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That thrashing has taken a toll on your brain... OH WAIT... Sorry... Not found
 
Devadwal said:
Fixed. Btw you are the smae poster who said " Entire Champion trophy will held in pakistan with or without india. '' :klopp :kp
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And you are the same poster who said India would backtrack on their agreement and force Pakistan to come to India to play? Kiya hoya? Couldnt rug pull this time?
 
Slim said:
Of course its India, when they play India vs India. The generous indians bestow their bounties on the plebs. The other teams dont count. I wonder why ICC doesnt organize a world cup which has India, India A, India B. After all its the gangus who fund icc?
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You don't make a movie with only the biggest star in the world. You need support cast as well.
 
Hitman said:
You don't make a movie with only the biggest star in the world. You need support cast as well.
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But i thought it was india who was funding icc, saar? :(

I personally cannot wait for cricket to die.
 
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Slim said:
But i thought it was india who was funding icc, saar? :(

I personally cannot wait for cricket to die.
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Just like the biggest star in the world funds the movies he is in, despite having lots and lots of support cast.
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Just like the biggest star in the world funds the movies he is in, despite having lots and lots of support cast.
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Bitter truth? How can you claim to be the biggest star when you have no auqat without the support cast?
 
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Some people love to start a war they know they can't win under any circumstances. They don't realize the humiliation they will have to go through when they end up losing. Not even CA or ECB would dare to challenge and go against the BCCI, let alone BCB.​
 
Rajdeep said:
Oh look this guy again, who refused to condemn Hindus being killed after multiple posters asking for it in Time Pass section and now shedding crocodile tears for Mustafizur. Our very own Arfa Khanum Sherwani. You guys will forever be that 6 letter word starting with capital G and ending with R.
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You all shed crocodile tears for Hindus being killed in Bangladesh, and you guys never miss a chance to bad-mouth Kerala. A few weeks ago, a lynching occurred here in Kerala that didn't make it into your 'timepass' section. The reason is simple: the mob was Hindus, and they attacked the victim because they thought he was a illegal immigrant (means he's Bangladeshi).

This all happened due to hate mongering..
 
Hitman said:
Some people love to start a war they know they can't win under any circumstances. They don't realize the humiliation they will have to go through when they end up losing.​
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"We are a dumper truck , they are shining Mercedes".
 
Hitman said:
Some people love to start a war they know they can't win under any circumstances. They don't realize the humiliation they will have to go through when they end up losing. Not even CA or ECB would dare to challenge and go against the BCCI, let alone BCB.​
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If Bangladeshis do not want to come to India, that is their right. Nobody can force them. There is no war here. Cricket is just a sport at the end of the day. :inti

If I were a BD cricketer, I wouldn't agree to come to India even if it is World Cup.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
Love the Indian response.

Declare Fizz persona non grata but express desire for 25 bangalis to attend the world cup
:inti

Also pay a million to Fizz to not play. Then remove funding from a Hindu Bangali to protest at Bangali treatment of Hindus. :inti
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Who is paying fizz?
 
sweep_shot said:
If Bangladeshis do not want to come to India, that is their right. Nobody can force them. There is no war here. Cricket is just a sport at the end of the day. :inti

If I were a BD cricketer, I wouldn't agree to come to India even if it is World Cup.
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Easy for you to claim things because nothing is at stake for you.
 
Moeen Ali questions ICC governance after Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL exit: “It can’t continue like this”

Mustafizur episode exposes deeper fault lines in global cricket

What should have been a career-defining moment for Mustafizur Rahman instead became a flashpoint in cricket’s ongoing governance debate. The Bangladesh pacer had earned a lucrative Indian Premier League contract with Kolkata Knight Riders, only to be released later amid rising political and diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh.

The episode has drawn sharp criticism across the cricketing world, with questions raised not just about the decision itself, but about the systems and power dynamics that allowed it to happen. Among the most outspoken voices has been England all-rounder Moeen Ali, who addressed the issue while speaking to bdnews24.com, framing Mustafizur’s situation as a symptom of a much larger problem.

Moeen calls for structural rethink as pressures mount

Moeen argued that modern cricket is buckling under overlapping calendars, political influence, and uneven governance, suggesting the sport may eventually be forced into a radical overhaul. “I honestly feel the solution might eventually look more like football. You have the World Cup, ICC events, maybe one or two big international series, and then the rest is franchise cricket. Because the game is already struggling with these issues, and then what happened to Mustafizur on top of that makes it even worse,” he said.

His remarks reflect growing concern that franchise leagues, international commitments, and board-level politics are colliding in ways that leave players increasingly vulnerable — especially those from less powerful cricketing nations.

‘This isn’t just about Mustafizur’

While the Bangladeshi pacer’s exit from the Kolkata Knight Riders roster sparked the immediate controversy, Moeen was clear that the issue extends far beyond one player or one decision. “Something is clearly not right. This isn’t just about Mustafizur. Pakistan, Bangladesh, we all know there are ongoing issues. It can’t continue like this. These are big problems,” he noted.

Mustafizur’s IPL deal had been secured on the back of years of consistent international performances, making his removal particularly difficult to justify on cricketing grounds alone. Moeen underlined that reality by centering the human cost of the decision. “I feel the worst for Mustafizur. He earned that contract through years of consistent performances. For his career, that was a massive opportunity. He could’ve played for any team, but it was KKR, and in truth, he’s the one suffering the most,” he added.

ICC neutrality questioned amid silence of powerful boards

The controversy has inevitably turned attention toward the International Cricket Council, with Moeen questioning whether the sport’s governing body truly operates as a neutral authority. He suggested that while many inside the game recognise the imbalance of power, few are willing to challenge it openly.

“The ICC has never really been ideal. Everyone knows who runs things. But nobody speaks up. Everyone has their own agenda, and as long as they’re fine, they don’t care,” Moeen said.

His comments add to a growing chorus of concern that cricket’s current governance model disproportionately serves the interests of one dominant cricket nation, leaving others exposed when political or commercial pressures intervene. For Mustafizur Rahman, the fallout has been immediate and personal — but, as Moeen made clear, the implications stretch far wider for the future of the global game.

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Moeen Ali questions ICC governance after Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL exit: “It can’t continue like this”

Moeen Ali criticizes ICC governance after Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL exit, citing deeper issues in global cricket power dynamics. “It can’t continue like this.”
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Hitman said:
So Tamim Iqbal says 90 to 95 percent of the finances for BCB comes from the ICC. And who funds the ICC?
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How are india supposed to make money by playing themselves in a stadium full of empty seats? Without opponents, there’s no schedule, no broadcast rights, no sponsorships and no ticket sales. ICC can’t cash in on a one-team tournament, and India can’t magically create revenue out of thin air. You need actual matches.

So who plays india so india generates money? Other teams

So who funds india so india can fund icc?
Other teams

You can now change your name to shitman
 
ICC has long been compromised.

Who can forget their silence when Indian drone attempted to target Pindi stadium and foreign cricketers?
 
DeadlyVenom said:
ICC has long been compromised.

Who can forget their silence when Indian drone attempted to target Pindi stadium and foreign cricketers?
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If Jay Shah can’t run the ICC with neutrality, then he shouldn’t remain chairman. And if any future candidate can’t guarantee fairness, they shouldn’t be allowed to take the position either.
In short no indian should be allowed this position. Infact ICC should be run by sena countries only.
 
I personally don’t think it is in BDs interest to continue this confrontation.

Their players will suffer. Financially the board will as well. They are not big enough to easily recover from this.

Pak had quite a few options including regular series with other top teams. PSL and other leagues are also open.

Yes it’s true BCCI is a bully and classless. Will take time to change and show them their place.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
ICC has long been compromised.

Who can forget their silence when Indian drone attempted to target Pindi stadium and foreign cricketers?
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Did that really happen or was it “Godi media propaganda” ?

There are 3 things available from that skirmish- satellite evidences, photoshops/memes and media propaganda on both sides.

Apart from Brahmos strikes which are validated with satelite proofs, I would take everything else with a pinch of salt.

While Bangladesh are well within their rights to feel insecure to travel, that excuse you mentioned will not fly outside of maybe PP forums.
 
Bangladesh Legend Accused Of Being An 'Indian Agent' For Suggesting BCCI...

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB)’s finance committee chairman, M Nazmul Islam, has accused the country’s batting legend, Tamim Iqbal, of being an ‘Indian agent’ for his comments about the ongoing political and cricketing controversy between the neighbors.

Iqbal, Bangladesh’s second-highest run-scorer in internationals, had said that dialogue could solve most issues, urging the BCB to look beyond the national government’s position and think of its cricketing future. BCB is still mulling whether to proceed with touring India for the 2026 T20 World Cup in light of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)-engineered exit of Mustafizur Rahman from IPL.

“This time, the people of Bangladesh witnessed, with their own eyes, the emergence of yet another proven Indian agent," Islam said of Iqbal on social media.

It has drawn severe criticism from the Bangladeshi cricket fraternity. Apart from former cricketers, the Cricketers’ Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), registered a strong protest against it.

 
Openly calling Tamim Iqbal, an Indian agent.

Shakib Al Hasan cant enter his own country.

But Bangladesh is not detoriating according to overseas BD posters here.
 

BCB official's comment on Tamim sparks backlash​


The Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) on Friday said it had written to the BCB president, demanding action against the director after he issues a public apology.
"A comment made by BCB director M Nazmul Islam regarding former national captain Tamim Iqbal has come to the attention of the Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB). We are stunned, shocked, and outraged by it.
"Such a remark by a board official about the most successful opener in Bangladesh's history, who represented the country for 16 years, is utterly condemnable. Not only because it concerns a player like Tamim, but such comments about any cricketer of the country are unacceptable and insulting to the entire cricketing community," CWAB said in a statement.
"We strongly protest against this comment. When a responsible board director makes such remarks on a public platform, it also raises serious questions about the code of conduct of board officials," it said.

 
Tamim was absolutely right in saying there should be a pragmatic take on this situation. He also urged BCB to think about future of BD cricket before taking any rash decision.

He is now labelled as 'Indian agent' :facepalm

Talk about being intolerant.

Na Hindus safe hai, na ex cricketing legends. This is what happens when a country let go its roots and make friends with a country considered as global nuisence.

And the overseas BD posters here cheer for such regime back home but no one would live the luxury they enjoy as minority in west and go and live in Bangladesh.

If this is not hypocrisy, what is.

As far as Pakistan is concerned - always Hum to Dube Hai Sanam wala case with them. They are beyond any logic.
 
Bangladesh should only play in countries where people are civilized. :inti

Does india fall under that category? You decide. :inti
 
I have a feeling BCB will openly call ICC as Indian agents. This is a step that even Pakistan didn't take.

If this happens world cricket will experience a massive shockwave and all boards will be challenged to comment on ICC and their neutrality.

Bangladesh may be launching a campaign to save cricket and protect it's future.
 
Hawkeye said:
I personally don’t think it is in BDs interest to continue this confrontation.

Their players will suffer. Financially the board will as well. They are not big enough to easily recover from this.

Pak had quite a few options including regular series with other top teams. PSL and other leagues are also open.

Yes it’s true BCCI is a bully and classless. Will take time to change and show them their place.
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It is about safety/security.

Just a few days ago, a Bangladeshi tourist was killed in India by the hindu extremists.

Cricket is not a matter of life and death. People will not die if they do not play cricket. It is just a sport. Safety/security comes first. :inti
 
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