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Bangladesh Requests ICC to Move World Cup Matches Over Security Concerns
Bangladesh calls on ICC to move World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing player security threats. BCB insists on safeguarding players and national dignity.
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by News Desk
2026-01-07
Bangladesh Requests ICC to Move World Cup Matches Over Security Concerns

Bangladesh Sports Advisor Dr. Asif Nazral and BCB President Aminul Islam have urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to consider relocating Bangladesh’s World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing serious security concerns for players.

Speaking at a press conference in Dhaka, Dr. Nazral emphasized that Bangladesh will not compromise on player safety or the dignity of the country. He said: “We have qualified for the World Cup. We are people who love cricket, and we want to play considering the dignity of our country and the security of our players.”

Dr. Nazral highlighted that the ICC’s recent communication did not adequately address specific threats faced by Bangladeshi players in India. He pointed to a recent warning from the Kolkata Knight Riders, which stated that they could not provide security to Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman — evidence, he said, that the playing environment in India is unsafe.

The advisor added that Bangladesh will submit a formal letter to the ICC within the next day or two, reiterating its stance that India is not safe for their team.

BCB President Aminul Islam noted that all foreign tours require government approval, which they will follow, but stressed that Bangladesh will continue to seek a solution that ensures player safety. He stated: “Sri Lanka is also a host country, and we want to play there. The ICC has asked us to clarify our concerns, and we hope for a suitable resolution, as happened in the Champions Trophy when similar security issues arose between India and Pakistan.”

Dr. Nazral and the BCB leadership emphasized that their request is not political propaganda, but a genuine concern for the well-being of the team. They remain committed to competing in the World Cup, but not at the cost of player safety.

The ICC has yet to issue a response regarding Bangladesh’s request, but officials are expected to review the concerns carefully in light of international precedent.
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