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MS Dhoni Backs India as ‘Dangerous’ at T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2026

Former India captain MS Dhoni has expressed strong confidence in the Indian cricket team’s chances at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, calling them “one of the most dangerous teams” in the tournament while cautioning that dew could influence match outcomes. Praise for Team Strength Speaking at a public event, Dhoni said India’s squad […]

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Pakistan to Forfeit India Match in T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

Pakistan will officially forfeit its scheduled group-stage match against India at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, confirming it will not take the field for the high-profile fixture. The match was slated to be played under the tournament’s hybrid hosting arrangement. Points Awarded to India As per ICC playing conditions, the forfeit will result […]

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PCB Cancels T20 World Cup Kit Launch Event

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has cancelled a planned special event to unveil the national team’s kit for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The event was scheduled to take place ahead of Pakistan’s ongoing T20I series and was expected to mark the formal launch of the World Cup jersey. Reason Behind the Decision According […]

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Former Pakistan Players Warn PCB Against T20 World Cup Boycott

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

Former Pakistan cricketers have cautioned the Pakistan Cricket Board against any move to boycott the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup following tensions linked to Bangladesh. They said withdrawing from the tournament would harm Pakistan’s cricketing interests and strain its relationship with the International Cricket Council. Concerns Over Global Standing The former players said a

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Bangladesh Accepts ICC Decision on T20 World Cup Exit

By BPN News Desk January 26, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that it will not challenge the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to remove the national team from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after Bangladesh declined to travel to India for its scheduled matches. The board said it respects the ICC’s ruling and will not pursue arbitration […]

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Jay Shah Warns Bangladesh Over T20 World Cup Pullout

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has indicated that its men’s team may not travel to India for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, citing security concerns. The tournament is scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with matches planned across multiple Indian venues. ICC Pushback And Possible Action ICC Chairman Jay Shah is […]

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Pakistan Won’t Boycott T20 World Cup Over Bangladesh Issue – Report

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2026

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to consider boycotting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in support of Bangladesh after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected Bangladesh’s request to move their matches from India to Sri Lanka. Latif said such a boycott could show solidarity and challenge current […]

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Scotland May Replace Bangladesh In T20 World Cup

By BPN News Desk January 22, 2026

The International Cricket Council has indicated that Scotland could replace Bangladesh in the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup if Bangladesh decides not to travel to India for the tournament. The situation has arisen after Bangladesh raised concerns over participating at the scheduled venues. Why It Matters The T20 World Cup is a major global event, […]

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BCB-ICC Deadlock Continues Over T20 World Cup Venues

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board and the International Cricket Council remain locked in a dispute over where Bangladesh will play its matches in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. With the tournament approaching, the two sides have yet to reach an agreement on venue arrangements. Bangladesh’s Position Bangladesh has reiterated its reluctance to play its […]

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Tamim Iqbal Warns Bangladesh Over T20 World Cup Decision

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has cautioned the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) about the long-term consequences of its recent stance on the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, urging careful consideration before making any final decisions that could affect Bangladesh cricket for years. Call for Thoughtful Decision-Making Tamim said decisions taken now regarding