Bangladesh Team Will Not Travel to India for ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has taken a strong decision ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. Bangladesh will not travel to India under the current situation. The decision was announced through an official media release from Dhaka. An emergency BCB board meeting was held on Sunday, January 4, 2026. The meeting discussed recent developments linked to the global tournament.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Several Bangladesh matches were scheduled to be played in India. The board reviewed developments from the last 24 hours carefully. BCB expressed serious concern over the overall circumstances. Player safety and team security were the main talking points. The board also considered advice from the Bangladesh government.
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This decision came after Mustafizur Rahaman was removed from the KKR squad for IPL 2026. After detailed discussions, the BCB reached a firm conclusion. Bangladesh will not travel to India under the present conditions. The decision applies only to matches scheduled in India. Following this, BCB contacted the International Cricket Council. The board formally requested the relocation of Bangladesh’s matches. BCB asked for venues outside India to be considered.
The board stated player well-being remains the top priority. This includes players, coaching staff, and team officials. Board members and other stakeholders were also considered. BCB believes relocation will allow safe participation in the event. The board stressed its commitment to the T20 World Cup. Bangladesh wants to compete in a secure and fair environment.
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The ICC has not yet issued an official response. Discussions between the ICC and tournament hosts are expected to take place soon. I would like to hear more clarity in the coming days. The situation adds uncertainty to tournament planning. Fans now await the ICC’s final decision. Bangladesh cricket supporters hope for a quick and positive resolution.