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 […]
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India-Bangladesh handshake row hits ICC event
India has sparked controversy at the ICC Under-19 World Cup after its captain refused to shake hands with Bangladesh’s captain. The incident occurred during the toss. It marked the first such occurrence in ICC tournament history and drew widespread criticism. The handshake refusal reflected ongoing political tensions between India and Bangladesh. Observers said cricket once […]
Bangladesh closes visa sections at 3 Indian missions over security
The visa sections of three Bangladesh missions in India have been temporarily closed on security grounds, Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain confirmed on Friday. He did not name the missions but said the closures are precautionary measures to ensure staff and visitor safety amid recent unrest near diplomatic premises. Read More: Bangladesh ends visa rule for Pakistani officials […]
Bangladesh cites safety, boycotts T20 World Cup in India
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has formally refused to send its team to India for the T20 World Cup. The decision comes amid rising security concerns for players, staff, and fans. BCB sent a detailed response letter to the International Cricket Council explaining its stance. According to sources, the BCB addressed all questions raised by the […]
Bangladesh bans IPL broadcasts following Mustafizur Rahman’s exclusion from KKR
The Bangladesh government on Monday announced an indefinite bans on the broadcasts and promotion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the controversy surrounding the removal of Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) squad. KKR had released Mustafizur on Saturday after being instructed by the Board of Control for Cricket […]
Shah Rukh Khan faces backlash over KKR signing
Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is facing intense criticism following the signing of Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman for the 2026 Indian Premier League season. Politicians and religious leaders in India publicly targeted the actor over the decision, citing national sentiment concerns. Read More: Shah Rukh Khan wins first National […]