All posts tagged: BCB security concerns India travel

ICC rejects Bangladesh Cricket Board’s request again, asks board to reconsider stance about moving games out of India | Cricket News

ICC rejects Bangladesh Cricket Board’s request again, asks board to reconsider stance about moving games out of India | Cricket News

Amid the ongoing stalemate between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) regarding relocating Bangladesh’s matches outside India at the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the two parties held a video conference on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the matter. But there was no agreement on Tuesday either with both sides holding firm: Bangladesh’s national cricket board has reiterated its position regarding the decision not to travel to India, citing security concerns and requested the ICC to consider relocating Bangladesh’s matches outside India. However, the ICC has dug in its heels and requested the BCB to reconsider its stance. “During the discussions, the BCB reaffirmed its position regarding the decision not to travel to India, citing security concerns. The Board also reiterated its request for the ICC to consider relocating Bangladesh’s matches outside India. While the ICC highlighted that the tournament itinerary has already been announced and requested the BCB to reconsider its stance, the Board’s position remains unchanged. Both parties agreed that discussions will continue to explore possible solutions. …