Bangladesh has formally requested the ICC to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 matches away from India, citing security concerns for its contingent. This decision follows the BCCI's directive for Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman, amid heightened tensions between the two nations linked to reports of violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh. The BCB stated that the government advised against travel, leading to the ICC beginning to rework the tournament schedule, which is set to begin in one month.