A formal announcement on Bangladesh’s replacement at the World Cup is reportedly expected by Saturday.

The ICC is considering action against Bangladesh for refusing to tour India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns. Bangladesh's request to shift matches to Sri Lanka was rejected, potentially leading to Scotland's replacement.

Scotland could replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup after ICC ‘issues ultimatum’ - Bangladesh reportedly given 21 Jan deadline as ICC refuses to alter tournament schedule

A desperate Bangladesh Cricket Board has written to the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) of ICC requesting it to overturn the governing body's decision to hold the national men's team's T20 World Cup games in India but its appeal won't be heard as it is outside the remit of the sub-committee.

Bangladesh’s appeal to the ICC’s Dispute Resolution Committee over hosting T20 World Cup matches in India cannot be heard as it is outside the committee’s remit. With the ICC Board voting 14-2, Scotla

The standoff between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the ICC has reached a critical breaking point regarding the T20 World Cup 2026. Following a high-level meeting in Dhaka on January 22, the Bangladesh government and the BCB have doubled down on their refusal to travel to India.

Bangladesh Sports Advisor Asif Nazrul slammed the ICC for denying “justice” after refusing the demand to shift matches to Sri Lanka.

ICC on Wednesday confirmed the T20 World Cup 2026 will proceed as scheduled, with Bangladesh's matches to be played in India.