Bangladesh stand firm on India decision despite World Cup ultimatum
Summary
Bangladesh Cricket Board stands firm on not touring India for the Twenty20 World Cup, seeking to play in Sri Lanka instead amid political tensions and an ultimatum from the ICC.
Key Points
- The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has reaffirmed its decision not to tour India for the Twenty20 World Cup.
- BCB president Aminul Islam announced plans to request the ICC to allow Bangladesh to play in Sri Lanka instead.
- The ICC has dismissed Bangladesh's security concerns and issued a 24-hour ultimatum regarding their participation in India.
- Political tensions between India and Bangladesh have affected cricket relations, including Bangladesh banning IPL broadcasts and players being dropped from IPL franchises.
