ICC sees Bangladesh as a valued member
Sports Reporter :
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will not be fined or administratively punished for not playing in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup.
This information has been confirmed by the International Cricket Council (ICC), the governing body of world cricket.
Bangladesh will also jointly host the ODI World Cup with India in 2031. The ICC announced this in a press release on Monday night.
The ICC said, “The ICC, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have had an open, constructive and friendly dialogue.
The discussions covered a number of issues. Among them was the discussion on the T20 World Cup 2026.”
The ICC in a press release referred to the absence of the Bangladesh cricket team in the ongoing T20 World Cup as an “unfortunate absence”.
The ICC reiterated the BCB as a valued full member for cricket. It also said that Bangladesh’s cricket has a proud cricket history and plays an important role in the development of the game worldwide.
ICC said cricket is one of the most vibrant markets for Bangladesh. With over 200 million cricket-mad fans, Bangladesh’s decision not to participate in the T20 World Cup should not have any long-term impact on cricket.
The ICC has also confirmed in a statement that Bangladesh will not face any financial penalty or ban for not playing in the World Cup.
It said, “Considering the current situation, no financial or administrative penalty or punishment will be imposed on BCB for not playing in the 10th edition of the T20 World Cup.”
The ICC said, “If BCB deems it necessary, it can approach the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC). It have the right to appeal. This right exists under the current ICC rules and remains intact.”
The ICC press release also said that Bangladesh will get the opportunity to host any ICC event between 2028 and 2031.
It said, “Bangladesh will host an ICC event before the 2031 World Cup, meeting the normal hosting process, timelines and operational requirements of the ICC.
The ICC event will be based on Bangladesh’s capabilities and will further strengthen the ICC’s commitment to providing meaningful hosting opportunities for its members to develop cricket in the country.’
Finally, the ICC said, ‘The ICC is committed to continued dialogue, cooperation and constructive engagement with the BCB, PCB and other members in the best interests of the game.’
ICC Chief Executive Officer Sanjog Gupta said in the statement, “Bangladesh’s absence from the T20 World Cup is regrettable.
Their absence does not change the ICC’s ongoing commitment to Bangladesh as a key cricketing nation in the world.”
He added, “Our primary goal is to work with key stakeholders, including the BCB, to ensure the development of the game in the country, while strengthening future opportunities for players and fans.
Bangladesh remains a priority cricket ecosystem. Its development and global solidarity deserve long-term investment and are not defined by temporary setbacks.”