In a dramatic twist, Bangladesh has been officially removed from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026—not by choice, but because the government denied clearance for the team to travel to India over security concerns. The BCB insists it fought to participate, but the ICC refused to shift matches, paving the way for Scotland’s entry.
In a stunning twist, Cricket Scotland has accepted the ICC’s invitation to replace Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup in India—just days before the tournament kicks off. Here’s everything you need to know about this dramatic development.
Pakistan has announced its 15-man squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with Salman Agha named captain and star players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi making strong comebacks. The 2009 champions will open their campaign against the Netherlands and face arch-rivals India in a high-stakes Group A clash.
In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, the Bangladesh Cricket Board has officially withdrawn from the T20 World Cup, declaring, ‘India is not safe for us.’ The ICC has responded by replacing them with Scotland.
Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal has slammed the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s decision to withdraw from the 2026 T20 World Cup, calling it a ‘foolish’ move driven by external political pressure—allegedly from Pakistan. The ICC has since awarded their spot to Scotland, a decision that’s sending shockwaves through the cricketing world.
After a quiet season, Sunrisers Eastern Cape captain Tristan Stubbs has everything to prove in the high-stakes SA20 final against Pretoria Capitals at Newlands. With a recent T20 World Cup call-up and a legacy of finals success on the line, Stubbs is determined to deliver when it matters most.