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ICC rejects Bangladesh's request to move its T20 World Cup games out of India (Update @ post#2179)

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Brother your views on BBC director calling Bangla cricketers "non performing duds" in a press conference about BCB not playing in India? On one hand BCBs fighting for their cricketers self respect after unfortunate
:fizz saga and then in same breathcall their players worth nothing ..now this is being brushed under the carpet. Please do stand up for the meek kittens from Bangladesh being bullied by their board director.
He shouldn't have made these comments.

Unfortunately there are many areas in the subcontinent where positions of authority are given to unqualified uncles who make brainless comments.
 
BCB making Ijaz Butt proud in skies , why are they not contacting other boards for an ICC meeting regarding the security threats they have for wt20
 
Bangladesh have a genuine security concern.

There have been many incidents of minority killings in India in recent times. Considering the anti-Bangladesh sentiment in India, it makes sense for Bangladesh to not play cricket in India.

If I were a BD cricketer, I would refuse to go to India even if it is a World Cup. Safety/security is more important than playing a sport.
Bcb itself is in crisis

 
They should try to exert pressure on BCCI by raising their legitimate concerns via other boards

I see.

That can be a good strategy.

Anyway, BD do not have that kind of clout. I am not sure if they can influence other boards. But, they can definitely avoid playing in India as there is a genuine safety/security concern.
 
I see.

That can be a good strategy.

Anyway, BD do not have that kind of clout. I am not sure if they can influence other boards. But, they can definitely avoid playing in India as there is a genuine safety/security concern.

Atleast that will ensure that their concerns are genuine, other boards will have empathy for them who knows we might see a radical step.
 
Atleast that will ensure that their concerns are genuine, other boards will have empathy for them who knows we might see a radical step.
Which board will take them seriously if they dont know the board director's not going to be fired post the meeting media briefing? 🍿
 
BCCI Breaks Silence On Rumoured Talks About Shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Matches Amid ICC Meeting

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia said on Thursday that the board is "not in the loop" and unaware of any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the International Cricket Council regarding the BCB's demand to shift Bangladesh's ICC T20 World Cup matches outside India and the ICC's stance on the matter. A video conference between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) was held on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Bangladesh national cricket team's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad on instructions from the BCCI, amid ongoing atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh.

"As of now, BCCI is not in the loop regarding any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the ICC, so we are totally unaware. Once we receive information, we will keep you updated," Saikia told ANI.

During the discussions, the BCB is learnt to have requested the ICC to consider relocating Bangladesh's matches outside India.

While the ICC noted that the tournament itinerary has already been announced and requested that the BCB reconsider its stance, the Board's position remained unchanged. Both parties agreed that discussions will continue to explore possible solutions.

The BCB has said it remains committed to safeguarding the well-being of its players, officials, and staff, while engaging constructively with the ICC to address the matter.

Earlier, Bangladesh's Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul claimed that there is "no atmosphere to play" the T20 World Cup in India, referring to a "letter" from the ICC security team, the state news agency BSS reported on Monday.

ICC sources said on Monday that independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled T20 World Cup matches in India. They noted that the overall security risk for the tournament in India has been assessed as low to moderate, consistent with the profile of many major global sporting events.

The sources said the independent risk assessments did not identify any specific or direct threat to the Bangladesh team, its officials, or the match venues in India. They added that, based on the professional advice received, the risk associated with Bangladesh's scheduled fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai is assessed as low to moderate, with no indication of risks that cannot be effectively managed through established security planning and mitigation measures.

The sources said the ICC is aware of public comments made in recent days concerning Bangladesh's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, including selective references to the ICC's security risk assessment. They added that, as with all ICC events, the security plan for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 remains under continuous review.

Participating members, including the Bangladesh Cricket Board, are being consulted as part of this process, and the ICC remains open to constructive dialogue and feedback to further strengthen arrangements where appropriate, the sources said.

"It is important to clarify that the ICC's independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled matches in India," a source said.

The sources added that the ICC has full confidence in the security arrangements being developed in close collaboration with the BCCI and relevant local authorities, who have a strong and proven track record of safely delivering major international sporting events.

They further said that the ICC's position remains unchanged: the match schedule has been finalised and published, and the ICC expects all participating teams to meet their obligations under the Terms of Participation. At the same time, the ICC will continue to engage with all stakeholders in a transparent, professional, and collaborative manner to ensure the safety, security, and integrity of the tournament.

The T20 World Cup will start on February 7. Bangladesh are scheduled to open their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on February 7 against two-time champions West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After the West Indies, Bangladesh will face Italy on February 9 at the same venue, then take on the 2022 T20 World Cup champions, England, in Kolkata, before concluding their group-stage campaign with a clash against Nepal on February 17.


 
Okay I can somehow understand the mouse stepping on the lion's tail because the lion is annoying him and trying to fight.

Why is the 2nd mouse dancing in front of lion for no reason at all ?
Daactar Sahab, why wouldn't the mouse dance when the lion looks like this? :inti

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BCCI Breaks Silence On Rumoured Talks About Shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Matches Amid ICC Meeting

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia said on Thursday that the board is "not in the loop" and unaware of any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the International Cricket Council regarding the BCB's demand to shift Bangladesh's ICC T20 World Cup matches outside India and the ICC's stance on the matter. A video conference between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) was held on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Bangladesh national cricket team's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad on instructions from the BCCI, amid ongoing atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh.

"As of now, BCCI is not in the loop regarding any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the ICC, so we are totally unaware. Once we receive information, we will keep you updated," Saikia told ANI.

During the discussions, the BCB is learnt to have requested the ICC to consider relocating Bangladesh's matches outside India.

While the ICC noted that the tournament itinerary has already been announced and requested that the BCB reconsider its stance, the Board's position remained unchanged. Both parties agreed that discussions will continue to explore possible solutions.

The BCB has said it remains committed to safeguarding the well-being of its players, officials, and staff, while engaging constructively with the ICC to address the matter.

Earlier, Bangladesh's Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul claimed that there is "no atmosphere to play" the T20 World Cup in India, referring to a "letter" from the ICC security team, the state news agency BSS reported on Monday.

ICC sources said on Monday that independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled T20 World Cup matches in India. They noted that the overall security risk for the tournament in India has been assessed as low to moderate, consistent with the profile of many major global sporting events.

The sources said the independent risk assessments did not identify any specific or direct threat to the Bangladesh team, its officials, or the match venues in India. They added that, based on the professional advice received, the risk associated with Bangladesh's scheduled fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai is assessed as low to moderate, with no indication of risks that cannot be effectively managed through established security planning and mitigation measures.

The sources said the ICC is aware of public comments made in recent days concerning Bangladesh's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, including selective references to the ICC's security risk assessment. They added that, as with all ICC events, the security plan for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 remains under continuous review.

Participating members, including the Bangladesh Cricket Board, are being consulted as part of this process, and the ICC remains open to constructive dialogue and feedback to further strengthen arrangements where appropriate, the sources said.

"It is important to clarify that the ICC's independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled matches in India," a source said.

The sources added that the ICC has full confidence in the security arrangements being developed in close collaboration with the BCCI and relevant local authorities, who have a strong and proven track record of safely delivering major international sporting events.

They further said that the ICC's position remains unchanged: the match schedule has been finalised and published, and the ICC expects all participating teams to meet their obligations under the Terms of Participation. At the same time, the ICC will continue to engage with all stakeholders in a transparent, professional, and collaborative manner to ensure the safety, security, and integrity of the tournament.

The T20 World Cup will start on February 7. Bangladesh are scheduled to open their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on February 7 against two-time champions West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After the West Indies, Bangladesh will face Italy on February 9 at the same venue, then take on the 2022 T20 World Cup champions, England, in Kolkata, before concluding their group-stage campaign with a clash against Nepal on February 17.



Lol at that NDTV headline.

BCCI broken silence by saying they are not in the loop and the matter is between BCB and ICC.

:klopp
 
BCCI Breaks Silence On Rumoured Talks About Shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Matches Amid ICC Meeting

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia said on Thursday that the board is "not in the loop" and unaware of any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the International Cricket Council regarding the BCB's demand to shift Bangladesh's ICC T20 World Cup matches outside India and the ICC's stance on the matter. A video conference between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) was held on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the Bangladesh national cricket team's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) released pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad on instructions from the BCCI, amid ongoing atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh.

"As of now, BCCI is not in the loop regarding any communication between the Bangladesh Cricket Board and the ICC, so we are totally unaware. Once we receive information, we will keep you updated," Saikia told ANI.

During the discussions, the BCB is learnt to have requested the ICC to consider relocating Bangladesh's matches outside India.

While the ICC noted that the tournament itinerary has already been announced and requested that the BCB reconsider its stance, the Board's position remained unchanged. Both parties agreed that discussions will continue to explore possible solutions.

The BCB has said it remains committed to safeguarding the well-being of its players, officials, and staff, while engaging constructively with the ICC to address the matter.

Earlier, Bangladesh's Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul claimed that there is "no atmosphere to play" the T20 World Cup in India, referring to a "letter" from the ICC security team, the state news agency BSS reported on Monday.

ICC sources said on Monday that independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled T20 World Cup matches in India. They noted that the overall security risk for the tournament in India has been assessed as low to moderate, consistent with the profile of many major global sporting events.

The sources said the independent risk assessments did not identify any specific or direct threat to the Bangladesh team, its officials, or the match venues in India. They added that, based on the professional advice received, the risk associated with Bangladesh's scheduled fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai is assessed as low to moderate, with no indication of risks that cannot be effectively managed through established security planning and mitigation measures.

The sources said the ICC is aware of public comments made in recent days concerning Bangladesh's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, including selective references to the ICC's security risk assessment. They added that, as with all ICC events, the security plan for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 remains under continuous review.

Participating members, including the Bangladesh Cricket Board, are being consulted as part of this process, and the ICC remains open to constructive dialogue and feedback to further strengthen arrangements where appropriate, the sources said.

"It is important to clarify that the ICC's independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled matches in India," a source said.

The sources added that the ICC has full confidence in the security arrangements being developed in close collaboration with the BCCI and relevant local authorities, who have a strong and proven track record of safely delivering major international sporting events.

They further said that the ICC's position remains unchanged: the match schedule has been finalised and published, and the ICC expects all participating teams to meet their obligations under the Terms of Participation. At the same time, the ICC will continue to engage with all stakeholders in a transparent, professional, and collaborative manner to ensure the safety, security, and integrity of the tournament.

The T20 World Cup will start on February 7. Bangladesh are scheduled to open their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on February 7 against two-time champions West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After the West Indies, Bangladesh will face Italy on February 9 at the same venue, then take on the 2022 T20 World Cup champions, England, in Kolkata, before concluding their group-stage campaign with a clash against Nepal on February 17.


This is next level trolling by BCCI . 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 :klopp :kp
 
Daactar Sahab, why wouldn't the mouse dance when the lion looks like this? :inti

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Dr_Baasim is calling Bangladesh a mouse. No problem. I think it tells more about him than Bangladesh. LOL.

Bangladesh are to decide where they want to play. If they are not feeling safe in a country, they don't have to play there. Cricket is just a sport at the end of the day.

It really doesn't matter what Dr_Baasim calls Bangladesh. Mouse, bacteria, ladybug, or whatever. :inti
 
Anyway, I hope they will find a resolution within the next 7 days. This drama doesn't need to drag on.

Whatever happens, make a final decision quickly. :inti

After 2026, India are not scheduled to host any ICC event until 2029. So, we can enjoy 3 years of peace. :dav
 
More to comes, no series with india cost them a lot , they are already in financial crisis which is the reason why BPL franchisee unable to pay the player's.

They deserved this Humiliation .

:klopp :kp
Its insane how their own board directors talks about their own cricketers publicly. Can you imagine someone in BCCI board talks like that openly about our players, fans alone would have chewed him up alive, let alone the players.

I think the players did the right thing by protesting.
 
Its insane how their own board directors talks about their own cricketers publicly. Can you imagine someone in BCCI board talks like that openly about our players, fans alone would have chewed him up alive, let alone the players.

I think the players did the right thing by protesting.

Sorry - what did he say?
 
Why should they contact other boards? :inti

The security threat is primarily applicable to Bangladesh only due to recent political developments.
Political or financial? Bcb woke up once fizz was kicked out of his million dollar IPL contract
 
Nazmul Islam had stated that the board won't pay any money to cricketers if Bangladesh pulls out of the T20 World Cup 2026.

Nazmul had further commented that players don’t deserve any money since they aren’t told to pay the ‘crores and crores of taka’ the BCB spends on them after poor performances.

He already make a controversial remark About Tamim Iqbal and called him Indian agent ,who said BCB should not make any decisions in a hurry or in emotions ( by boycott the World T20 or not play in india ).

More information .

:kp
Sorry - what did he say?
 
Anyway, I hope they will find a resolution within the next 7 days. This drama doesn't need to drag on.

Whatever happens, make a final decision quickly. :inti

After 2026, India are not scheduled to host any ICC event until 2029. So, we can enjoy 3 years of peace. :dav

So you accepting this is a drama and security concern was a hoax?

:kp
 
Nazmul Islam had stated that the board won't pay any money to cricketers if Bangladesh pulls out of the T20 World Cup 2026.

Nazmul had further commented that players don’t deserve any money since they aren’t told to pay the ‘crores and crores of taka’ the BCB spends on them after poor performances.

He already make a controversial remark About Tamim Iqbal and called him Indian agent ,who said BCB should not make any decisions in a hurry or in emotions ( by boycott the World T20 or not play in india ).

More information .

:kp

If one has to play Devils advocate, he isn't entirely wrong though. Basically what he is saying is BD cricketers are worthless. So rather than BCB paying them any money, players should rather return millions earned from BCB.

Ouch...

Insulting but hard facts.

:dw :kp
 
Sorry - what did he say?
Though I am translating it with AI, from my understanding this is what he said (@sweep_shot correct me if am wrong) when asked if the players would be compensated if they don't get to play the WC, bro said something like they didn't give us anything in the last x amount of years. Why should we give them any compensation. When they don't win, do we ask them to pay us the money back. Basically master and slave. Calling them losers openly in front of the media and went rogue. Both Bcb and players are not happy with this guy.

Also called Tamim Iqbal an Indian agent for talking some sanity.

Players wanted a public apology, bro went nutcase and started to make these kind of comments on social media and the media.
 
Maccabi was banned by midlands police after consultantation with European forces.

Their fans were deemed a security threat.

Is Mustafizur a security threat? If so why do you want him to play in world cup in your country? Will the security threat disappear after IPL.
Should have let the maccabi or whatever they’re called come…

Would have been interesting to say the least..
 
If one has to play Devils advocate, he isn't entirely wrong though. Basically what he is saying is BD cricketers are worthless. So rather than BCB paying them any money, players should rather return millions earned from BCB.

Ouch...

Insulting but hard facts.

:dw :kp
He is absolutely correct. BD is the worst full member team to play in ICC tournaments. They dropping out will collectively increase the quality of the tournament. They and their fans are a good entertainment though. They make fools of themselves, do nagin dances, cry like babies, paint themselves to support what has to be objectively the worst team, overall cringe fans and team and great entertainment to all non Bangladeshi fans. So I hope they play for the meme value alone
 
ICC delegation is due to visit Bangladesh for talks.

Hopefully they can arrive at a solution that maintains the integrity of the game we all love and cherish.
 
Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has shared a strong opinion amid Bangladesh's uncertainty to travel to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, saying that sporting ties should not continue when humanitarian concerns are involved. Speaking on the issue, Tiwary referred to past incidents and said his stance has remained unchanged. "When the Pahalgam terrorist attack happened, I had said that India should not play against Pakistan. Even though the government allowed it, my opinion was, and still is, that such matches should not happen," Tiwary told ANI.

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He added that the issue goes beyond cricket or sport.

"If any Indian is killed mercilessly in any country, whether it is Bangladesh, England, Australia or anywhere else, then India should not maintain sporting relations with that country," he stated.

Tiwary further expressed, "Sports should not be mixed with such serious matters but these matches will still be conducted because games were allowed against Pakistan earlier. Even now, they will go ahead but my personal opinion is very clear, they should not play," he said.

His remarks come in the backdrop of recent tensions in Bangladesh, where attacks on the Hindu community and a rise in anti-India rhetoric.

Earlier, Bangladesh's Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul has claimed that there is "no atmosphere to play" the T20 World Cup in India as he referred to a "letter" from the International Cricket Council (ICC) security team, the state news agency, BSS, reported on Monday.

International Cricket Council (ICC) sources said on Monday that independent risk assessments, carried out by internationally recognised security experts, do not conclude that Bangladesh cannot play its scheduled T20 World Cup matches in India, noting that the overall security risk for the tournament in India has been assessed as low to moderate, which is consistent with the profile of many major global sporting events.


another high profile Indian views in. If analysts and pundits are saying they cant play then how can we take ICC word that there is no security issues?

Noteably Tiwary has mentioned that there was a dead Indian in Bangladesh. When did this happen? Fake news factory seems to have infected everyone in India.
 

ICC on a last-ditch confidence building mission to Dhaka​


Two International Cricket Council (ICC) officials are set to travel to Dhaka in an effort to break the impasse over Bangladesh's participation in the Twenty20 World Cup. The senior ICC representatives will hold discussions with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on the issue that has remained unresolved since Bangladesh took the extreme position demanding relocation of their matches out of India in the February 7-March 8 tournament.

On the face of it, the ICC visit appears to be a last-ditch effort by the governing body to persuade the intransigent BCB. More than that, however, it is also intended as a confidence-building initiative, aimed at ensuring Bangladesh does not feel isolated by the ICC and the wider world cricket community.

The ICC outreach comes after discussions were believed to have reached a point of no return during a video call between the parties a couple of days ago, precisely on Wednesday, when BCB president Aminul Islam expressed his displeasure, virtually derailing the talks. However, the ICC reached out to the BCB once again in an effort to find a common ground. The discussions are also expected to involve the representatives of the Muhammad Yunus government in the country.

At the centre of the imbroglio are two issues: the perceived security threat to Bangladesh players in India and the Mustafizur Rahman controversy. The ICC's security assessment is believed to have rated the threat level in India as moderate to low - a level that is neither unprecedented nor abnormal. In contrast, the perceived security risk for the players within Bangladesh itself is understood to be higher, assessed as moderate to high.

The Dubai emissaries will seek to impress upon their BCB counterparts that Bangladesh, as a cricketing nation, is important to the ICC and to the global cricket ecosystem. However, the interests and concerns of the other 19 participants are as important. As the game's governing body, the ICC has a responsibility to accommodate the requests of players, officials and fans from all 19 other competing nations.

Islam is understood to be stuck on a line in the security report suggesting a threat in the highly hypothetical scenario of a breakout of communal violence in the country. The BCB president also pointed out the perceived threat to Mustafizur Rahman, again in an imaginary scenario of heightened communal situation in the country. Comments made by leaders of the BJP and Shiv Sena were also raised during the meeting. Inevitably, an increase in threat perception would be matched by enhanced security measures by both the ICC and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Besides there are also issues of precedent and the sanctity of the schedule. The ICC and BCCI are wary that changing venues or making last-minute adjustments would set a dangerous, avoidable and unwanted precedent for future global events. Notably, for nearly three weeks after the schedule was announced on November 25, the BCB remained silent. It is now too late for alterations or adjustments.

A BCB member is understood to have repeatedly cited Mustafizur's exclusion from the IPL on security grounds, as well as the ICC security assessment report shared with the board, arguing that it was based on hypothetical scenarios and the possibility of a radical threat. The BCB also claims that its own security report mentions a threat to its players.

The ICC side, however, is said to have countered that such conjecture cannot be grounds for withdrawing from a tournament, stating that a rally in support of the Palestinian cause in Paris does not make France unsafe for a sporting event. Curiously enough, the BCB has not shared its security report with the BCCI and the ICC.

During the video call, the ICC, represented among others, by its chief of legal, chief of security and CEO. Islam was with vice-presidents Md Shakawath Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, director and chairman of the Cricket Operations Committee Nazmul Abedeen and Chief Executive Officer Nizam Uddin Chowdhury.

Meanwhile, BCB director Iftekhar Rahman confirmed to Cricbuzz on Friday that ICC representatives are scheduled to arrive on Saturday. "We are looking forward to sitting down with them and hopefully we can resolve the issue," Iftekhar told the website. The ICC delegation is expected to arrive late on Saturday, with the meeting likely to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.

Bangladesh are scheduled to play three out of their four group stage fixtures in Kolkata on February 7, 9 and 14 against West Indies, Italy and England before travelling to Mumbai for their final clash against Nepal.

 

ICC on a last-ditch confidence building mission to Dhaka​


Two International Cricket Council (ICC) officials are set to travel to Dhaka in an effort to break the impasse over Bangladesh's participation in the Twenty20 World Cup. The senior ICC representatives will hold discussions with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on the issue that has remained unresolved since Bangladesh took the extreme position demanding relocation of their matches out of India in the February 7-March 8 tournament.

On the face of it, the ICC visit appears to be a last-ditch effort by the governing body to persuade the intransigent BCB. More than that, however, it is also intended as a confidence-building initiative, aimed at ensuring Bangladesh does not feel isolated by the ICC and the wider world cricket community.

The ICC outreach comes after discussions were believed to have reached a point of no return during a video call between the parties a couple of days ago, precisely on Wednesday, when BCB president Aminul Islam expressed his displeasure, virtually derailing the talks. However, the ICC reached out to the BCB once again in an effort to find a common ground. The discussions are also expected to involve the representatives of the Muhammad Yunus government in the country.

At the centre of the imbroglio are two issues: the perceived security threat to Bangladesh players in India and the Mustafizur Rahman controversy. The ICC's security assessment is believed to have rated the threat level in India as moderate to low - a level that is neither unprecedented nor abnormal. In contrast, the perceived security risk for the players within Bangladesh itself is understood to be higher, assessed as moderate to high.

The Dubai emissaries will seek to impress upon their BCB counterparts that Bangladesh, as a cricketing nation, is important to the ICC and to the global cricket ecosystem. However, the interests and concerns of the other 19 participants are as important. As the game's governing body, the ICC has a responsibility to accommodate the requests of players, officials and fans from all 19 other competing nations.

Islam is understood to be stuck on a line in the security report suggesting a threat in the highly hypothetical scenario of a breakout of communal violence in the country. The BCB president also pointed out the perceived threat to Mustafizur Rahman, again in an imaginary scenario of heightened communal situation in the country. Comments made by leaders of the BJP and Shiv Sena were also raised during the meeting. Inevitably, an increase in threat perception would be matched by enhanced security measures by both the ICC and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Besides there are also issues of precedent and the sanctity of the schedule. The ICC and BCCI are wary that changing venues or making last-minute adjustments would set a dangerous, avoidable and unwanted precedent for future global events. Notably, for nearly three weeks after the schedule was announced on November 25, the BCB remained silent. It is now too late for alterations or adjustments.

A BCB member is understood to have repeatedly cited Mustafizur's exclusion from the IPL on security grounds, as well as the ICC security assessment report shared with the board, arguing that it was based on hypothetical scenarios and the possibility of a radical threat. The BCB also claims that its own security report mentions a threat to its players.

The ICC side, however, is said to have countered that such conjecture cannot be grounds for withdrawing from a tournament, stating that a rally in support of the Palestinian cause in Paris does not make France unsafe for a sporting event. Curiously enough, the BCB has not shared its security report with the BCCI and the ICC.

During the video call, the ICC, represented among others, by its chief of legal, chief of security and CEO. Islam was with vice-presidents Md Shakawath Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, director and chairman of the Cricket Operations Committee Nazmul Abedeen and Chief Executive Officer Nizam Uddin Chowdhury.

Meanwhile, BCB director Iftekhar Rahman confirmed to Cricbuzz on Friday that ICC representatives are scheduled to arrive on Saturday. "We are looking forward to sitting down with them and hopefully we can resolve the issue," Iftekhar told the website. The ICC delegation is expected to arrive late on Saturday, with the meeting likely to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.

Bangladesh are scheduled to play three out of their four group stage fixtures in Kolkata on February 7, 9 and 14 against West Indies, Italy and England before travelling to Mumbai for their final clash against Nepal.

As I Said earlier Bangladeshi, Pakistani player's are more safe in india than their own country and ICC just proved it.

:klopp :kp
 
Dr_Baasim is calling Bangladesh a mouse. No problem. I think it tells more about him than Bangladesh. LOL.

Bangladesh are to decide where they want to play. If they are not feeling safe in a country, they don't have to play there. Cricket is just a sport at the end of the day.

It really doesn't matter what Dr_Baasim calls Bangladesh. Mouse, bacteria, ladybug, or whatever. :inti

I called Pakistan a mouse too, if that helps.
 
Seems like moving to another city in India is still on the cards. BCB has given ICC evidence of inflammatory and dangerous statements from politicians but these are mainly in Mumbai and offer of South India could be made.

This is highly embarrassing for India.
 
Seems like moving to another city in India is still on the cards. BCB has given ICC evidence of inflammatory and dangerous statements from politicians but these are mainly in Mumbai and offer of South India could be made.

This is highly embarrassing for India.
Highly embarassing from Bangladesh and Pakistan fans if Bangladesh match will be played in India.

You can twist anything still won't change the facts .
 
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Seems like moving to another city in India is still on the cards. BCB has given ICC evidence of inflammatory and dangerous statements from politicians but these are mainly in Mumbai and offer of South India could be made.

This is highly embarrassing for India.

Shouldn't play anywhere in India. There are sanghis in South India too I believe.

Better to play in SL or another country.
 
Shouldn't play anywhere in India. There are sanghis in South India too I believe.

Better to play in SL or another country.
That is up to BCB and what their objectives are. They have my support for their principled stand.

But as a neutral observer if ICC offers to move matches based on statements from politicians it is a big embarrassment for a host country.
 
This is a David v Goliath battle and BCB is holding its own. They are making a bold stand for the future of cricket.

Any country can refuse to visit another country if there is a safety/security concern.

Cricketing ability has nothing to do with this.

Just because a country is a cricketing minnow doesn't mean they have to put up with security threats. :inti
 
WC is not even a month away and ICC is finally sending their team to BD to meet them face to face? This issue has been going in for almost 2 weeks now.
This ICC is also something else ...
 
The matches are going nowhere. Less than a month to go, people have booked travel tickets, match tickets and accommodation reservations, people from around the country and world have finalized their travel plans, match tickets have been sold, organizers have made preparations, pitch preparations have been done, logistics around match support equipment (Ultra Edge, Snicko et.) would have been committed, and possibly a lot more than I am not thinking about. There is a serious logistics issue now. I don't think ICC is going to move the matches out of India.

The only question is if Bangladesh will travel to India for the WC matches. The rest is just for discharging formalities. The ICC visit is more to give importance to BCB and placate them, and convince them to play in India. In all likelihood, they will come out and say India has guaranteed security for the Bangladeshi players and everyone walks away with some pride and posturing - if they don't agree to visit India then some kind of ultimatum will be given to them.
 
Another day and another Muslim lunches in India

BCB should use this evidence to support its stance

Cricket analysts are saying that many Indian Bangalis are not being treated well in different states of India just because they look and talk like BD people

BD has very good grounds for their stance

That is highly deplorable and should be universally condemned. No religious violence can or should ever be justified.
 
That is highly deplorable and should be universally condemned. No religious violence can or should ever be justified.

Lynching of anyone, anywhere & everywhere should be condemned

Hypocrites are those, whose government dog whistles lynching of minorities and they support the government

Their conniving hypocrisy knows no end

They condemn the lynchings in other countries but support the lynchers in their own
 
Highly embarassing from Bangladesh and Pakistan fans if Bangladesh match will be played in India.

You can twist anything still won't change the facts .

Nope

No embarrassment at all

The fact that the BCB took a principled stance and made Bhakts jump up and down was worth it

19 pages of Bhakts wailing was worth it

At the end the BCB should make the decision which is the safest for its team and fans. It's their prerogative.



Having said the above, there are elections in BD in few weeks. Just like India, it has become a political issue now in BD. Seems unlikely that BD will play in India. BD people are unlike the Indians. They don't cash the misery and mourning phase of murder victims' widows for cricket cash

Also, there will be elections soon in Indian states Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and most importantly West Bengal. The Hindu Right extremists can't afford to look weak either

The most probable outcome appear to be BD boycotting the WC. This will hurt the broadcasters & sponsors

I propose to BD: stretch the issue as late as possible so they can't be replaced by another team. Make the broadcasters and sponsors pay. They support India too.
 
Nope

No embarrassment at all

The fact that the BCB took a principled stance and made Bhakts jump up and down was worth it

19 pages of Bhakts wailing was worth it

At the end the BCB should make the decision which is the safest for its team and fans. It's their prerogative.



Having said the above, there are elections in BD in few weeks. Just like India, it has become a political issue now in BD. Seems unlikely that BD will play in India. BD people are unlike the Indians. They don't cash the misery and mourning phase of murder victims' widows for cricket cash

Also, there will be elections soon in Indian states Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and most importantly West Bengal. The Hindu Right extremists can't afford to look weak either

The most probable outcome appear to be BD boycotting the WC. This will hurt the broadcasters & sponsors

I propose to BD: stretch the issue as late as possible so they can't be replaced by another team. Make the broadcasters and sponsors pay. They support India too.
There is reason why PCB surrendered and played the match after all the boycott threat in Asia cup 2025 . Guess what !!!

Same here Bangladesh will go bankrupt if they boycott the World T20 as they are like PCB dependent on ICC revenue to survive.

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:klopp :kp
 
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There is reason why PCB surrendered and played the match after all the boycott threat in Asia cup 2025 . Guess what !!!

Same here Bangladesh will go bankrupt if they boycott the World T20 as they are like PCB dependent on ICC revenue to survive.

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:klopp :kp


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National teams are not private leagues chasing profit

The role of national teams is to unite the nation while providing entertainment

The BD government will help the board financially because the national team helps the government divert the attention of people from political issues
 
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National teams are not private leagues chasing profit

The role of national teams is to unite the nation while providing entertainment

The BD government will help the board financially because the national team helps the government divert the attention of people from political issues
Are you under 15 .🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Kaha kaha se ate hai yar log

:klopp :kp
 
Are you under 15 .🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Kaha kaha se ate hai yar log

:klopp :kp

No. I am just an educated Canadian

I have read Roman history and understand the purpose behind organized Sports

Unlike the Bhakts who exploit the tears of a widow and threaten to boycott the Pak-Indo games but spend hours discussing the game... I actually mean what I write and say

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PS: Canadian education also doesn't mention that world's first plastic/cosmetic surgery was done in India thousands of years ago

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No. I am just an educated Canadian

I have read Roman history and understand the purpose behind organized Sports

Unlike the Bhakts who exploit the tears of a widow and threaten to boycott the Pak-Indo games but spend hours discussing the game... I actually mean what I write and say

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PS: Canadian education also doesn't mention that world's first plastic/cosmetic surgery was done in India thousands of years ago

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Bhakts forget we have receipts of their Rhona dhona and u turns.
 
Bhakts forget we have receipts of their Rhona dhona and u turns.

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The wailing and emotional rollercoaster the Bhakts have gone through these 19 pages is remarkable

Let's not forget that they started with overwhelming confidence and spread the disinformation that the issue is done and dealt with. BD according to them had no option

The Indian disinformation websites like CricIndo worked hand in hand with the Bhakts through misleading headings along with the NDTV and other BJP mouthpieces

And here we are today. After 19 pages of wailing and almost two weeks, with nothing else but uncertainty about the future outcome

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This is another moment of " we will not think about hybrid model in champion trophy to accept the hybrid model "

Same here " we will not play in india to Play in india ".

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I think no Pakistani will criticize if the BCB decides to play in India, eventually

It's their prerogative. However, it seems politically implausible for the BD as a country to do so due to the upcoming elections

Nevertheless, one thing that has come to light through this ugly political episode in cricket is the cognitive disability of the Bhakts

They are delusional and think that the Pakistan lost when it made India to put in writing that Pakistan will not play any ICC events or other tournaments on Indian soil, if the latter is the host. Pakistan must be accommodated and presented with alternative venues.

Even the location of the 2026 T20 WC finals are presently undecided. Venues will be different if Pak qualifies for the finals. They can't be Indian stadiums.

Bhakts think that this arrangement is a victory for them. They quote it as an example of their power and control

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ICC officials to meet BCB in Bangladesh to solve T20 World Cup impasse


The ICC has decided to send officials to Dhaka this weekend to meet the BCB's top brass in a bid to resolve the impasse over Bangladesh travelling to India for the T20 World Cup that starts in three weeks.

The ICC's team is expected to provide the BCB with security details including an independent assessment as part of the discussions. The development comes days after the BCB reiterated its stance of not sending Bangladesh to play in co-hosts India's venues owing to "security concerns." So far meetings and discussions have taken place via video conference; this will be the first time the two parties will meet in person.

During the January 13 virtual meeting, the BCB asked the ICC to move Bangladesh, who are placed in Group C, outside India. However, the ICC said it would not tweak the original schedule, with the tournament start date - February 7 - less than a month away. Bangladesh are scheduled to play on that opening day, against West Indies, in Kolkata.

With relations between India and Bangladesh tense in recent times, the BCB sent a letter to ICC on January 4 stating it would not be safe for Bangladesh to travel to India for the World Cup where its four group matches are scheduled. That was in response to the BCCI "authorising" Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh left-arm fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman. No specific reason was given for that decision.

A Risk Assessment report for the World Cup, compiled by an independent security agency, and accessed by ESPNcricinfo, says the threat to teams playing in India is in the moderate-high band but there is "no information to indicate a direct threat against participating teams."

The ICC shared that security assessment report with the BCB in their last call, which indicated no specific or heightened threat to the Bangladesh cricket team in India. The assessment was shared with the BCB's security team and concluded there was no overall threat to the side, but pointed to low to moderate risks in some venues and low to nil in others - standard ICC categorisations around the world that do not ordinarily constitute sufficient reason to move games.​

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Link: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/...et-bcb-in-bangladesh-to-solve-impasse-1519746
 
BPL is going on again. So the issue has been resolved among BCB and players?

Yes

A Show Cause notice has been issued to the BCB executive and no public apology can been issued before the investigation is completed

Players in the greater interest have chosen to continue to resume their duties because they were threatened by the complete suspension of this year's league by the BCB, if cricket was not resumed

The Bhakts only share articles concerning negative developments relating to BD and Pak Cricket. Any positive development is not posted or shared by them

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Yes

A Show Cause notice has been issued to the BCB executive and no public apology can been issued before the investigation is completed

Players in the greater interest have chosen to continue to resume their duties because they were threatened by the complete suspension of this year's league by the BCB, if cricket was not resumed

The Bhakts only share articles concerning negative developments relating to BD and Pak Cricket. Any positive development is not posted or shared by them

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Maybe I read it wrong but didn't the players want that specific director to be sacked?

Also it's fascinating to observe the local crowds are ok with bashing these players (who are employees of BCB) openly but if ever their boss does that to them openly and publicly, it's a matter of dignity. I mean gtfo man, what is this nonsense
 
Maybe I read it wrong but didn't the players want that specific director to be sacked?

Also it's fascinating to observe the local crowds are ok with bashing these players (who are employees of BCB) openly but if ever their boss does that to them openly and publicly, it's a matter of dignity. I mean gtfo man, what is this nonsense

Here is the update on the matter

Players did it for the fans and cricket. The Executive has been removed and a Show Cause Notice has been issued to him

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https://www.thedailystar.net/sports/sports-special/bpl-2026/news/cricket-has-won-4082576
 

BCB offer to swap groups with Ireland to feature in T20 WC​


The Bangladesh Cricket Board urged the International Cricket Council members to swap groups in order to feature in the forthcoming ICC T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka.

The BCB made the offer during a meeting with the ICC representatives at Dhaka on Saturday (January 17). Cricbuzz understands that the BCB insisted that they should replace Ireland in Group C so that they can play all their matches in Sri Lanka.

Ireland are scheduled to take on Sri Lanka, Australia and Oman in Colombo while their last group match is schedule in Kandy against Zimbabwe. Bangladesh on the other hand are currently in Group B where they are scheduled to take on West Indies, Italy and England in Kolkata before facing Nepal in Mumbai.

 

BCB offer to swap groups with Ireland to feature in T20 WC​


The Bangladesh Cricket Board urged the International Cricket Council members to swap groups in order to feature in the forthcoming ICC T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka.

The BCB made the offer during a meeting with the ICC representatives at Dhaka on Saturday (January 17). Cricbuzz understands that the BCB insisted that they should replace Ireland in Group C so that they can play all their matches in Sri Lanka.

Ireland are scheduled to take on Sri Lanka, Australia and Oman in Colombo while their last group match is schedule in Kandy against Zimbabwe. Bangladesh on the other hand are currently in Group B where they are scheduled to take on West Indies, Italy and England in Kolkata before facing Nepal in Mumbai.

So they are expecting not to cross the group stage so next rounds don't matter?
 
So they are expecting not to cross the group stage so next rounds don't matter?
Number 1 team ( mostly Sa )will play in india while Lanka may play in their country as per schedule i think.

This is bizarre .icc adjusted easy group for Lanka so that lankan fans can watch their team .
 
So they are expecting not to cross the group stage so next rounds don't matter?
Bangladeshis are not very logical people. There is a reason it is an absolute cesspit of subcontinent. That aside, what I am surprised though is why ICC is pleasing them so much?

If they dont want to come, let them be. Go ahead with the tournament without them.

Surely BD games cannot be that much money maker that we cant have a profitable ICC even without them?
 
Surely BD games cannot be that much money maker that we cant have a profitable ICC even without them?
I think bcci has to approve whatever bcb /icc proposes.if Indian govt wants to take strategic decision that is to let go of bng for now, bcci may accept .otherwise we may not see bng in this wc.
 
What a hypocritice . For pak origin players, ind should relent their security concerns in other thread. For bng, security concerns (even though nothing as per icc )are paramount.
India is the host. Bangladesh is visitor.
If India has so much security concerns and have to disrupt the opposition teams they shouldn't host in India. If Bangladesh has so much security concerns they shouldn't play in India and ICC must accommodate, based on champions trophy precedent.

This is not hypocrisy..it's consistency.

Hypocrisy is from you guys.
 
Bangladeshis are not very logical people. There is a reason it is an absolute cesspit of subcontinent. That aside, what I am surprised though is why ICC is pleasing them so much?

If they dont want to come, let them be. Go ahead with the tournament without them.

Surely BD games cannot be that much money maker that we cant have a profitable ICC even without them?

what the issue then let them play in sri lanka?
 
Some boards became so pathetic and lazy after surviving on Indian funds so much that they forgot their own jobs .
Board laziness is not related to this topic.

Unless you think Indian funds gives them right to destroy the game and use it as political tool.

However most decent people who love a sport will disagree.
 

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) remained firm on its stance of not travelling to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 during a meeting with International Cricket Council (ICC) officials on Saturday.​



The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) remained firm on its stance of not travelling to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 during a meeting with International Cricket Council (ICC) officials on Saturday. The BCB formally requested that the ICC move its World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing "security concerns." This request follows the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders releasing Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman, reportedly after receiving instructions from the BCCI. The ICC has held multiple meetings with the BCB regarding the standoff; however, despite repeated requests, the BCB made it clear that it will not change its position. The ICC is likely to announce its final decision next week following further internal deliberations.

The BCB suggested that Bangladesh can swap groups with Australia and that will mean that they will be able to play all of their group matches in Sri Lanka. According to the offer, Bangladesh will become a part of Group C while Australia will be moved to Group B.

Australia are scheduled to take on Ireland and Zimbabwe in Colombo before facing Oman and Sri Lanka in Pallekele. Bangladesh on the other hand are currently in Group B where they are scheduled to take on West Indies, Italy and England in Kolkata before facing Nepal in Mumbai.

"During the discussions, the BCB reiterated its formal request to the ICC to relocate Bangladesh's matches to Sri Lanka. The Board also shared the Bangladesh Government's views and concerns on safety and security of the team, Bangladeshi fans, media and other stakeholders."

"The discussions were conducted in a constructive, cordial and professional manner, with all parties engaging openly on the relevant issues. Among other points, the possibility of moving Bangladesh to a different group as a means of facilitating the matter with minimum logistical adjustments was discussed," the official press release from BCB read.

"The ICC delegation was represented by Gaurav Saxena, General Manager, Events and Corporate Communications, and Andrew Ephgrave, General Manager, Integrity Unit. Gaurav Saxena was unable to attend the meeting in person as his visa was received later than anticipated and therefore joined the discussions virtually. Andrew Ephgrave attended the meeting in person."

"From the BCB's side President Md Aminul Islam, Vice Presidents Md Shakawath Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, Director and Chairman of the Cricket Operations Committee Nazmul Abedeen and Chief Executive Officer Nizam Uddin Chowdhury. The BCB and the ICC have agreed to continue engaging in constructive dialogue on this matter," it added.

 
what the issue then let them play in sri lanka?
Who said any issue? They can play wherever ICC and Broadcasters decides. India or BCCI has no stake in it and hence not interfering much. BCCI has already taken action by kicking Mustafiz out from the tournament that they host. This is ICC tournament and the onus is on them to make a deal with BCB as they see fit.
 
Board laziness is not related to this topic.
Why cant they ask their pak origin players to get the visa done upfront in December itself? This is well known to all boards atleast since 24 eng tour .saqlain did a huge controversy too as he has waited for 4 hours in the Indian visa office.
 
The way small Bangladesh has snookered so called mighty India is marvelous.

If Bangladesh your then Indians look idiot for celebrating removal of Mustafizur as a win for Hindu sentiment.

If match gets relocated in India then Indians acknowledge their country is unsafe.

If matches get moved to Sri Lanka India suffers a bigger embarrassment that their own neighbours don't want anything to do with them.

And finally if Bangladesh is removed from the tournament and remain principled in their stance it puts to shame Indian crocodile tears for their victims and soldiers they used to cry for and make anti Pakistan comments, and then pretend ICC forced them to play in world cups.

Every scenario is a brick wall for Bharat.
 
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