Reports in Indian media claiming that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected Bangladesh’s request regarding the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup have been termed false and misleading by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).
In a statement, the BCB clarified that the ICC had only sought information related to security concerns and had not rejected any request from Bangladesh.
The board said reports suggesting that the ICC had refused to shift venues from India were baseless and carried no truth.
According to the Bangladesh Cricket Board, the ICC has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation of the Bangladesh team in the World Cup and has agreed to work jointly with the board to address any concerns.
The ICC has also assured the BCB that detailed security planning for the event will be thoroughly considered.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board further rejected reports claiming that the ICC had issued an ultimatum, stating that such news is completely false.
Taking notice of what it described as unfounded reports, the BCB said these claims are entirely incorrect and do not reflect the nature or content of its communication with the ICC.
The board added that it will continue constructive and professional engagement with the ICC and relevant event authorities to reach a practical and workable solution.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board also reiterated its commitment to prioritizing the safety, security, and well-being of its national cricket team above all else.
