Sri Lanka has announced enhanced security measures for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with special attention on matches between India and Pakistan, officials told AFP. The island nation is co-hosting the tournament with India, hosting 20 matches from February 7 to March 8. Read More: Pakistan to tour Sri Lanka in preparations for T20 World Cup Elite commando […]
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Scotland announce squad for T20 World Cup after replacing Bangladesh
EDINBURGH: Scotland have named their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held jointly in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. The announcement comes under new head coach Owen Dawkins, with Richie Berrington continuing as captain for the European side’s seventh appearance in the tournament. Read More: […]
Pakistan to decide on T20 World Cup participation next week
ISLAMABAD/LAHORE: Pakistan is expected to make a final decision next week on whether its cricket team will participate in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup, keeping open the possibility of a boycott following Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the tournament. Read More: PCB to decide on T20 World Cup participation in a few days The decision was anticipated on Monday […]
Pakistan may boycott T20 World Cup 2026 if Bangladesh skips India matches
Pakistan is reportedly considering a boycott of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 if Bangladesh decides against participating due to its refusal to play matches in India over security concerns. Sources told Geo News that Pakistan’s stance depends on the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) response to Bangladesh’s request to relocate its matches. Read More: Haris […]
Bangladesh refuses to play T20 World Cup in India
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that its team will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup. The decision comes amid ongoing security concerns and unresolved issues with the Indian authorities. Officials said the board’s position will not change. Bangladesh Sports Advisor Dr. Asif Nazrul met with players before announcing the decision. […]
Bangladesh seek last chance to play T20 World Cup
Bangladesh are seeking what officials have described as a “miracle” to secure their participation in next month’s ICC Twenty20 World Cup after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected their request to move matches out of India. Read More: ICC rejects Bangladesh’s plea to play T20 World Cup matches outside India The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) said on Thursday […]
ICC ready to replace Bangladesh in World Cup
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has decided to include a replacement team if Bangladesh skips the World Cup in India. Officials said this move ensures the tournament proceeds smoothly without delays or disruptions. The ICC gave the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) a one-day window to decide on participation. According to sources, the ICC Board Members […]
Impeachment complaint filed against Philippine president Marcos
MANILA — Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is facing an impeachment complaint filed by a lawyer on Monday, accusing him of betraying public trust and violating constitutional duties by allowing the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte earlier this year. Read More: Dirty tricks allegations mar last days of Philippine election campaign The impeachment pleading was submitted […]
Bangladesh to decide on T20 World Cup participation by Jan 21
DHAKA: Bangladesh will make a final decision on its participation in the 2026 T20 World Cup, including whether to travel to India, on January 21, sources reported. The International Cricket Council (ICC) reportedly set the deadline for the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) after weeks of discussions over security concerns. Read More: Bangladesh rejects Indian official’s visa […]
PCB finalises T20 World Cup 2026 probables as Hesson set for Lahore talks
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is closing in on its squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with final consultations expected later this week in Lahore. Discussions will also cover the upcoming home T20 International (T20I) series against Australia. Read More: PCB ‘submits’ preliminary squad for T20I World Cup 2026 to ICC White-ball head coach Mike […]