The ICC has now set a deadline for the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for the T20 World Cup. The apex board has made it clear that Bangladesh must respond by 21st January. Failing to revert to this notice ICC has indicated that another team could replace them in this year’s T20 World Cup. ICC’s deadline swiftly shifted the focus towards BCB’s decision. Scotland might be the replacement option if Bangladesh withdraws from the tournament.
BCB’s strong objections in playing in India followed after Mustafizur Rahman was released by KKR citing security concerns. Utilising the same argument, the Bangladesh board has now raised concerns about playing the World Cup on Indian soil. ICC amplified that these demands won’t be entertained.
Previously, an ICC delegation visited Bangladesh and held discussions with BCB officials. After the meeting, the ICC firmly stated that Bangladesh’s matches cannot be shifted to any other country. The designated venues for Bangladesh’s World Cup fixtures are Eden Gardens and the Wankhede Stadium. However, the BCB has insisted that their matches be held outside India.
They even proposed Pakistan as an alternative venue, but the ICC has flatly rejected the idea.
