'Would jeopardise sanctity' - Why ICC rejects Bangladesh's venue change request

The ICC has rejected Bangladesh's plea to shift T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing no credible security threats. Fourteen of sixteen board members voted against the relocation, emphasizing the need to maintain event integrity. Bangladesh has been given an extended deadline to confirm participation.

Jan 22, 2026 1

'Would jeopardise sanctity' - Why ICC rejects Bangladesh's venue change request
The ICC has rejected Bangladesh's plea to shift T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing no credible security threats. Fourteen of sixteen board members voted against the relocation, emphasizing the need to maintain event integrity. Bangladesh has been given an extended deadline to confirm participation.
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