ICC Replaces Bangladesh with Scotland for 2026 T20 World Cup After Security Concerns
Summary
The ICC replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for the 2026 T20 World Cup due to Bangladesh's refusal to play in India over security concerns. Historically, several teams have refused to travel for ICC tournaments citing similar issues.
Key Points
- The ICC has replaced Bangladesh with Scotland for the 2026 T20 World Cup after Bangladesh refused to participate due to security concerns.
- Bangladesh's government did not grant permission for the team to tour India for the tournament starting February 7, 2026.
- Several historical instances exist where teams refused to play in host nations due to security or political issues, including Australia, West Indies, England, New Zealand, Zimbabwe, Australia (U-19), and India.
- An agreement between BCCI and Pakistan's board ensures matches involving India or Pakistan in ICC tournaments hosted by the other country are played at neutral venues.
- Scotland has previously replaced teams in ICC tournaments, including Zimbabwe in the 2009 T20 World Cup.
