Shamik Chakrabarty, Mumbai
After going on the warpath, the Bangladesh Cricket Board appears to be on a conciliatory path. This follows the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) response to the BCB’s letter that demanded Bangladesh’s matches in the upcoming T20 World Cup to be moved out from India due to “security” reasons. The BCB issued a press release, on Wednesday, on the heels of their online meeting with the ICC.
“The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has received response from the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the Board’s expressed concerns over the safety and security of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team in India for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, including the request for relocation of the team’s matches,” stated the press release.
It added: “In its communication, the ICC has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the full and uninterrupted participation of the Bangladesh team in the tournament. The ICC has conveyed its willingness to work closely with the BCB to address the concerns raised and has assured that the Board’s inputs will be welcomed and duly considered as part of the detailed security planning for the event.”
On Sunday, when the BCB sent the letter to the ICC, backed by the Bangladesh government, the tone was seemingly a little incendiary. The latest press release offers scope for interpretation and allows reading between the lines.
“The Board will continue constructive engagement with the ICC and relevant event authorities in a cooperative and professional manner to arrive at an affable and practical solution that ensures the smooth and successful participation of the team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026,” it said, adding: “The Bangladesh Cricket Board remains firmly committed to placing the highest priority on the safety, security and well-being of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team.”
The BCB’s letter came in the wake of Kolkata Knight Riders’ decision to release seamer Mustafizur Rahman after the BCCI directive.
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