New Delhi, 19 January 2026 : The ICC T20 World Cup 2026, to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is at risk. Due to increasing political tension between India and Bangladesh, controversy has started in the sports world also. Bangladesh has expressed hesitation about playing in India due to security reasons and has demanded to change the venue, in which now Pakistan has also jumped in.
According to Pakistani media reports, the Bangladesh government has approached Pakistan to seek support on security issues. According to Pakistani TV report, Pakistan has assured full support to Bangladesh in this matter. Pakistan has strongly stated that no country should face pressure or threats regarding hosting responsibilities. According to sources, Pakistan itself can review its participation in this World Cup.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has been showing interest in the Bangladesh dispute since the beginning. On January 11, 2026, PCBA had expressed its desire to host Bangladesh’s matches. However, later PCBA clarified that Pakistan is ready as an alternative only if the stadium is not available in Sri Lanka. Pakistan has argued that they have successfully organized big tournaments like Champions Trophy 2025 and ICC Women’s Qualifier, so their stadiums are ready.
Due to the change of power in Bangladesh and subsequent strained relations with India, the Bangladesh cricket team is expressing security concerns about coming to India. Bangladesh wants their matches to be held at a neutral venue instead of India. Cricket lovers around the world are keeping an eye on what decision the ICC (International Cricket Council) takes in this matter.
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