ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland
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The International Cricket Council (ICC), on January 24 (Saturday), officially removed Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup 2026, replacing them with Scotland in Group C. The much-anticipated decision came after Bangladesh refused to travel to India and formally requested the ICC to shift their matches to Sri Lanka.
A formal announcement on Bangladesh’s replacement at the World Cup is reportedly expected by Saturday.
Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria humiliated Bangladesh over their decision of boycotting T20 World Cup 2026, and said that it won't make a difference.
Pakistan has offered to host Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches, backing Dhaka's refusal to play in India due to security concerns. The ICC is set to decide Bangladesh's participation amid ongoing talks.