By Admin 
Before the T20 World Cup, the tension in cricket relations between India and Bangladesh is clearly visible. Recent events have deepened this controversy, the impact of which is now directly visible on ICC tournaments. Bangladesh has indicated that it is uncomfortable with playing its matches in India and has put forth a demand before the ICC to shift its matches to Sri Lanka. This entire incident has once again brought the International Cricket Council (ICC) to the threshold of tough decisions.
How did the controversy start?
In fact, there is a lot of resentment in India regarding the incidents of violence against minority Hindus in Bangladesh. Amidst this environment, there was huge protest against the purchase of Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman by Kolkata Knight Riders in the mini auction of IPL 2026. After increasing pressure on social media, BCCI gave strict instructions to the franchise and KKR finally had to release Mustafizur. The situation worsened after this decision.
What options does ICC have?
ICC has many ways to deal with this situation. The first option is to accept Bangladesh’s demand and organize all its matches in Sri Lanka. This will change the schedule of the tournament and will also increase logistical challenges.
The second option is that ICC does not make any changes in the schedule. In such a situation, if Bangladesh refuses to come to India, then its matches can be considered canceled and the opposing teams can get points through walkover. This has happened before in the history of cricket. In the 1996 World Cup, Australia and West Indies had refused to play in Sri Lanka due to security reasons, after which Sri Lanka was given direct points. Even in the 2003 World Cup, England and New Zealand did not play some matches and the opposing teams got the advantage.
What if Bangladesh withdraws from the tournament?
The most difficult situation will arise if Bangladesh decides to withdraw from the entire T20 World Cup. In such a situation, ICC can include another qualified team in its place. Earlier this was seen in the 2016 Under-19 World Cup, when Ireland was given a chance after Australia withdrew.
At present, Bangladesh has not taken an official decision to withdraw from the T20 World Cup, but their stance has definitely heated up the atmosphere before the tournament. Now all eyes are on ICC to see what decision it takes on this sensitive and complex issue.