The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) rejected reports claiming the ICC set a deadline for its T20 World Cup matches. The venue for Bangladesh’s matches remains uncertain, and no final decision has been made. BCB officials stressed that all discussions are ongoing with the ICC.
BCB confirmed that it officially requested a change of venue for its matches. ICC has not issued any specific dates or deadlines regarding the decision. The board said it continues to communicate with the ICC regularly to resolve the matter.
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Media reports from India claimed ICC had rejected Bangladesh’s request to shift matches to Sri Lanka. However, BCB clarified that these reports were false and misrepresented the ongoing discussions. Officials emphasized that the final decision will follow proper rules and procedures.
BCB Media Committee Director Imtiaz Hossain said ICC will consult all stakeholders before finalizing any venue changes. He added that Bangladesh remains committed to cooperating fully with ICC throughout the process. Fans are advised to wait for official announcements before reacting.
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The uncertainty highlights the complexities of hosting international tournaments amid logistical challenges. Both ICC and BCB continue working to ensure decisions are transparent and in line with regulations. The final venue announcement is expected once all parties have been consulted.