The World Cricketers' Association expressed disappointment over Bangladesh's withdrawal from the T20 World Cup, calling it a "sad moment" and urging "deep reflection." The ICC replaced Bangladesh with Scotland after the BCB's request to move matches to Sri Lanka was rejected,

Ex-players and cricket administrators question the ICC’s decision, saying it reeks of double standards and injustice.

New Delhi: Rohit Sharma, who led India to 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup triumph, praised current skipper Suryakumar Yadav’s impact on the national side, calling him a big player who has done consistently well for the team.

Scotland replace Bangladesh after the BCB’s request to relocate its games from India was turned down by the ICC.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Bangladesh was replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup on Saturday for refusing to play in tournament co-host India. The Bangladesh Cricket Board wanted its games shifted to co-host Sri Lanka due to security concerns but the International Cricket Council rejected the request and said there were no security threats in India against Bangladesh.

Bangladesh wanted to play T20 World Cup 2026 in India but were forced to withdraw from the tournament due to government orders, revealed Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Director Abdur Razzak.

If Pakistan chooses to follow Bangladesh’s path and boycott the international tournament, the ICC is likely to view it as a direct challenge to its authority.

The decision was taken after ICC gave Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) a 24-hour deadline to confirm their participation before deciding the fate.

India's dramatic Raipur chase of 209 transforms cautious hope into intoxicating belief for T20 World Cup glory. Dickens would approve.