Bangladesh Requests ICC to Relocate T20 World Cup Matches from India to Sri Lanka

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has refused to play its matches in India during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, citing safety and security concerns following the release of Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL's Kolkata Knight Riders under BCCI directives. Bangladesh has formally requested the ICC to swap its group with Ireland to play all matches in Sri Lanka. The ICC has sent a delegation to Dhaka to discuss the issue, but no agreement has been reached. Indian officials and West Bengal's Deputy Sports Minister have assured safety in Kolkata, while the ICC warns that changes could disrupt the tournament schedule.