By Admin 
After being out of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the West Indies team is currently stuck in India. The team players and support staff have not been able to return to their country yet. The reason for this is the restrictions imposed in international airspace, which have recently been implemented after increased military tension in West Asia. Meanwhile, the team’s head coach Darren Sammy posted a short but emotional message on social media, which is fast going viral. He wrote on X, “I just wanna go home”. This five-word post has clearly expressed the current situation of the team and their helplessness.
Impact on travel due to closure of airspace
According to media reports, the security situation has become tense after the attacks on Iran by America and Israel. Due to this, many international flight routes have been affected and some airways have been temporarily closed. This situation has affected the flight services of many countries. Flight operations have been affected, especially at major transit airports in the Gulf region. It is being told that there have been reports of some damage at Dubai International Airport as well, due to which many flights have had to be canceled or diverted.
Board engaged in finding solution
Cricket West Indies issued a statement on this matter saying that it is in constant touch with the ICC and relevant government agencies to ensure the safe return of the team. According to the board, due to security reasons, airlines have had to change the routes and schedules of their flights. The team management said that as soon as the situation becomes normal, arrangements will be made to send the players and support staff safely to their countries.
The team was out of the tournament after losing to India
The West Indies team was out of the tournament after losing the important match against India in the Super-8 stage. This match was played in Kolkata and after the defeat, the team’s T20 World Cup journey ended. It is being told that apart from West Indies, Zimbabwe is also currently stuck in India for this reason. Now everyone’s eyes are on when the international situation becomes normal and when these teams are allowed to return to their country safely.