Bangladesh have been left embarrassed after the International Cricket Council (ICC) cleared India of all security doubts for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, starting on February 7. After days of noise, confusion and alarmist claims, the ICC has made it clear that India is completely safe to host Bangladesh’s matches in the upcoming showpiece event.
ICC acquits India, rejects all security concerns raised by Bangladesh
As reported by Sports Tak, the ICC has dismissed Bangladesh’s security concerns and confirmed that the team will play in India as per its ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match plan. The global governing body has confirmed that there is no risk or threat to the Bangladesh cricket team, its players, officials or fans during the tournament in India.
The ICC clarified its role after an independent security investigation was conducted by internationally recognized experts. Experts studied the situation in detail and found that the overall risk to the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India is low to moderate.
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Independent security investigation finds no threat to Bangladesh in India
The governing body said this level of risk is normal for any major international event. Most importantly, they did not find any specific or direct threat to Bangladesh. The global body also said that Bangladesh’s match venues in Kolkata and Mumbai were also found safe.
Furthermore, the ICC also pointed out that the security teams are always prepared for various situations. This is part of general planning and is done to be prepared for any possibility. This does not mean that there is any real danger. He also criticized Bangladesh for falsely describing the plan as a “threat” and a “risk”, thereby creating unnecessary fear.
ICC denies claims on Mustafizur Rahman, fan safety and elections
The ICC’s reaction comes after Bangladesh’s sports advisor Asif Nazrul claimed that the governing body had warned him about security risks. He said that the ICC security team had expressed concern over the inclusion of fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman in the team.
Nazrul also talked about potential problems for Bangladeshi fans wearing their team’s jersey in public in India. Even the sports advisor linked the issue to the election timing in Bangladesh. However, ICC has completely rejected all these claims.
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According to ICC sources, they have never asked any team to select or exclude any player due to security reasons. It has never advised fans to avoid wearing the national colours. It has never suggested changing the election or any domestic procedures because of the tournament.
Final schedule finalized as ICC supports BCCI’s security plan for T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC has shown full confidence in the security plans being prepared with the BCCI and local authorities. India’s strong record of safely hosting major international sporting events played a big role in the governing body’s decision. However, the review of security arrangements will continue and all teams, including Bangladesh, will be kept involved in the process.
Finally, the ICC has made it clear that the T20 World Cup schedule is final and all teams are expected to follow the rules and fulfill their responsibilities. Now, their focus is on conducting a safe, secure and fair ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.