In a rain-affected thriller, India’s U19 team delivered a masterclass against New Zealand, with captain Ayush Mhatre’s blistering half-century and a devastating bowling performance sealing a dominant victory and keeping their unbeaten run alive in the U19 World Cup 2026.
The ICC has officially released revised fixtures for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup after Bangladesh’s withdrawal over security concerns. Scotland, the next-highest-ranked Associate team, will take their place in Group C, with all match dates and venues remaining unchanged. Here’s everything you need to know about the updated schedule.
In a historic and controversial move, Bangladesh has been officially removed from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after refusing to tour India, with Scotland stepping in as their replacement in Group C.
After Bangladesh’s dramatic exit from the T20 World Cup 2026 over security-related travel refusals, Scotland has been officially named as their replacement. But why Scotland—and not another team? The ICC’s decision hinges on rankings, recent performance, and a clear pathway for associate nations.
Pakistan’s participation in the T20 WC 2026 is now uncertain after PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi declared that the final decision rests with Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif—following the ICC’s controversial move to replace Bangladesh with Scotland. Naqvi criticized the ICC’s “selective” treatment and emphasized that the board follows government directives, not sporting bodies.
The ICC has officially removed Bangladesh from the T20 WC 2026 after the BCB refused to play in India, citing security concerns. Scotland has been named as their replacement in a dramatic last-minute shakeup that has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world.