The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that the BPL opening ceremony on December 24 has been postponed due to security concerns.
The governing council has announced that BPL 2026 will begin on December 26 at Sylhet, while they are planning to host an opening ceremony on December 24.
However, the board showed concerns about how changes might affect the team preparatons and the presence of international players.
According to reports, BPL chief Aminul Islam confirmed there are no plans to hold opening ceremony following a meetin with newly appointed sports adviser Asif Nazrul.
The reports confirmed that senior government officials need the opening ceremony to be rescheduled and proposed staging it four days after the original date.
The political situation in the country had also intensified in recent times, with national elections approacing on February 12, 2026.
“Aligned with the current advice from the Bangladesh Government on mass gatherings, and with the objective of ensuring maximum protection for everyone concerned, the BPL Governing Council has decided not to organize any pre-event function or opening ceremony involving large crowds,” said a BPL statment.
“The Governing Council of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) T20 has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering an exciting and competitive 12th edition of the tournament, scheduled to commence on 26 December 2025 in Sylhet,” it said.
“As preparations progress, the Governing Council is focused on ensuring a secure and well-managed environment for players, spectators, match officials and all stakeholders involved in the competition. Operational readiness for all participants remains at the core of the planning process,” it added.
“The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the BPL Governing Council look forward to welcoming fans to the stadiums and delivering a tournament that truly reflects the spirit, excitement, and excellence of the Bangladesh Premier League T20 2026,” it added.
As per the BPL 2025-26 schedule, the opener match will be played between Sylhet Strikers and Rajshahi Warriors on December 26 at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.
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