Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup games in India over safety concerns

[gamaji]

Hindutva fascist government of India has lately turned the sports playgrounds, especially the cricket stadiums, into political wrestling rings with an abundance of hate and malice towards other states, especially Pakistan and Bangladesh. India was the first country that officially refused to play its matches in Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, indeed without solid grounds and just to humiliate Pakistan, leading the ICC to move all of India's matches to Dubai. Now on the eve of the 2026 T20 World Cup in India, the political tensions between India and Bangladesh are running extremely high, and that too at the public level, and so Bangladesh is indeed justified in asking for an alternate avenue for its cricket matches during this tournament. The Indian home crowed is disgracefully and notoriously infamous for its abuse towards the touring foreign teams. Bangladesh, therefore, has a stronger case in comparison to India's, which was based on fake excuses back then. However, the ICC has rejected the Bangladeshi request just because of the strong Indian influence on the ICC.

As far the decision by Pakistan for its participation in this tournament, it must be made at the political level (i.e. by the government of Pakistan) rather than at the sports board level (i.e. by the PCB). The ICC cricket tournaments are not merely sports events anymore. Instead, ICC has disgracefully turned itself into a platform for political vendetta by the fascist Indians to humiliate other countries. So, the political and strategic considerations must be factored into the calculus while coming up with a realistic decision on Pakistan's participation in this tournament. Pakistan indeed has considerable clout in the ICC tournaments just because most of the revenue generated by such events comes from the Pak-India matches. If Pakistan refuses to participate in this world cup, all estimates of revenue for the ICC, BCCI, and other sports boards will be upset by a large margin. The presumed losses to other global mafias (such as bookies, gamblers, broadcasters, etc.) are in addition to that. Pakistan can use its position to get rid of Indian blackmail and ICC's disgraceful surrender to the Hindutva goons.

On the strategic side, Pakistan's decision shouldn't be based on merely sportsman spirit and monetary benefits or losses. Pakistan has strategic stakes in Bangladesh. Now that Bangladeshi people have broken the Indian stranglehold to get themselves free from Indian tyranny, Pakistan's support to Bangladesh, or the lack of it, in this 'sports' dispute will have long-lasting strategic implications in future. Pakistan's stakes in that country are much higher than the expected monetary losses suffered by the PCB. It's the time for Pakistan to solidly stand with our Bangladeshi brothers.

Pakistan's participation in this tournament just to appease Indians or their shameless slave ICC will achieve little for Pakistan just because Hindutva goons will never be happy or satisfied with Pakistan even after that. In fact, it is a God gifted opportunity for Pakistan, Bangladesh, and others (e.g. West Indies, South Africa, etc.) to get rid of the humiliation that they permanently and continuously face at the ICC. Can you imagine that Indians and a couple of their greedy white poodles enjoy most of the revenue generated in ICC events while others are treated like Shudras. Any sports body is indeed a collective platform, and its events are a collective effort. All participants share the same responsibilities and deserve the same rights and rewards regardless of whether their matches generate a little or a lot revenue during the event. Can ICC generate the same amounts in revenue if Pakistan refuses to play against India in its tournaments? Can ICC even hold a tournament where only three teams (India, England, Australia) can participate? Then why is the contribution of other teams regarded as inferior?

The ICC has been infested by Hindutva Nazism, crooks, biases and partiality, and gamblers. The current dispute between Bangladesh and Indian blackmailed ICC is an excellent opportunity for Pakistan and other countries to create their own ICC equivalent and start playing under that platform, away from the blackmail of ICC and Indians. Joint events/tournaments between the teams of the two bodies can possibly be held in future but only if the revenue is equally distributed among all the participants.

 

[Prince_]

I knew from the beginning that Pakistan would play in the T20 World Cup. As expected, that’s exactly what happened in the end. But Bangladesh, in the process, is on the verge of collapsing as a cricketing nation and could lose over 350 crore taka, along with facing severe sanctions from the ICC. I never imagined I’d see this day in our cricket. We basically shot ourselves in the foot.

 

[SABRE]

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I knew from the beginning that Pakistan would play in the T20 World Cup. As expected, that’s exactly what happened in the end. But Bangladesh, in the process, is on the verge of collapsing as a cricketing nation and could lose over 350 crore taka, along with facing severe sanctions from the ICC. I never imagined I’d see this day in our cricket. We basically shot ourselves in the foot.

Lest you forget, brother, you are in this sport because of Pakistan. It was Pakistan that let you win in the World Cup'99 to strengthen your position for full membership of the ICC. Trust me, even your present team would not be able to beat those 90s Pakistani boys. But what did we get thereafter? Nothing but ugliness from the woman called beauty. She even tried politicising that win. Of course, we cannot compromise our interests for BD. But even then, the PCB has gone beyond what is required to support or express support for BD cricket. The worst thing is not the lack of reciprocation for a good deed, but the lack of acknowledgement for it.

 

[Prince_]

Lest you forget, brother, you are in this sport because of Pakistan. It was Pakistan that let you win in the World Cup'99 to strengthen your position for full membership of the ICC. Trust me, even your present team would not be able to beat those 90s Pakistani boys. But what did we get thereafter? Nothing but ugliness from the woman called beauty. She even tried politicising that win. Of course, we cannot compromise our interests for BD. But even then, the PCB has gone beyond what is required to support or express support for BD cricket. The worst thing is not the lack of reciprocation for a good deed, but the lack of acknowledgement for it.

I’m not really sure what you’re referring to, brother, but I’ve always had great appreciation for Pakistan cricket, especially the legends of the 90s like Wasim and Imran.

When it comes to helping Bangladesh emerge as a cricketing nation, we will always be grateful to teams like India, Pakistan, and Sri lanka, who went to great lengths to accommodate us in international cricket.

The way former BCCI president Dalmiya lobbied for us, with support from Pak and Sri Lanka, paved the way for Bangladesh to move from being an associate member to a full-fledged test playing nation.

 

[Master Chief]

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I knew from the beginning that Pakistan would play in the T20 World Cup. As expected, that’s exactly what happened in the end. But Bangladesh, in the process, is on the verge of collapsing as a cricketing nation and could lose over 350 crore taka, along with facing severe sanctions from the ICC. I never imagined I’d see this day in our cricket. We basically shot ourselves in the foot.

BCB "shot themselves in the foot"? Are you for real?

Indians, IPL, BCCI, and the leech squatting at the head of the ICC, are not blameworthy in your calculus?

As for PCB, all the cricket followers here, myself included, would have liked to have seen a full boycott, not just on BCB's behalf but also because Pakistan has plenty of scores to settle with Bharat anyway. It isn't all about Bangladesh by any means. Still, any "supporting action" may still be better than none. We shall see what transpires.

For once on your life, be proud that your nation chose honour and dignity for its players over "finances". I already told you, it is far better than the opposite equation, which is the mentality of a whore.

 

[Yasser76]

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I knew from the beginning that Pakistan would play in the T20 World Cup. As expected, that’s exactly what happened in the end. But Bangladesh, in the process, is on the verge of collapsing as a cricketing nation and could lose over 350 crore taka, along with facing severe sanctions from the ICC. I never imagined I’d see this day in our cricket. We basically shot ourselves in the foot.

Calm down, that is the opinion of ex -Players.

Pak PM is on record as asking PCB to "keep all options open".

Wait and see.

 

[Prince_]

Calm down, that is the opinion of ex -Players.

Pak PM is on record as asking PCB to "keep all options open".

Wait and see.

Honestly, I don’t want Pakistan to withdraw from the World Cup because of the drama we started. The tournament would lose a part of its excitement if Pakistan doesn’t play. Pakistan has every right to decide what’s best for its cricket, and rightly so. I agree with the opinion of this ex cricketer.

 

[Yasser76]

Honestly, I don’t want Pakistan to withdraw from the World Cup because of the drama we started. The tournament would lose a part of its excitement if Pakistan doesn’t play. Pakistan has every right to decide what’s best for its cricket, and rightly so. I agree with the opinion of this ex cricketer.

Yeah, I see your point, my point is every cricket exchange with India now involves them trying to humiliate us, this is all just good timing and a good excuse to tell them to f**k off....

 

[Prince_]

Transplantation: Bangladesh has shown extreme stupidity. Mixing up the IPL and the ICC was foolish. Even after getting the assurance of full security from ICC, Bangladesh showed extreme stupidity by boycotting the World Cup.

 

[Master Chief]

Yeah, I see your point, my point is every cricket exchange with India now involves them trying to humiliate us, this is all just good timing and a good excuse to tell them to f**k off....

Agree. Happenstance has actually presented PCB with an opportunity.

The threats being touted by Indian media are actually impossible for them to enact. BCCI has overplayed its hand.

Delusional Indians on this thread have actually cited reports from equally delusional media houses that threaten to force other nations to not tour Pakistan. Indians watch far too much Bollywood. It has become unhealthy for their basic sense of rational thought.

 

[Master Chief]

Pakistan to host South Asian Games in March next year

India’s participation in the Games will depend on the stance of its government.

www.dawn.com

The world moves on, despite Hindustani tantrums about "tensions".

Pakistan can and will host sporting events.

Will India boycott the South Asian Games? Or will sindoor's market value decline yet again?

 

[Master Chief]

Bangladesh boycott brings a sad reality to T20 World Cup countdown | Taha Hashim

Swirling force of subcontinental politics and a governing body lacking in credibility has led to a far from joyous situation

www.theguardian.com

Interesting opinion piece.

 

[r3alist]

Honestly, I don’t want Pakistan to withdraw from the World Cup because of the drama we started. The tournament would lose a part of its excitement if Pakistan doesn’t play. Pakistan has every right to decide what’s best for its cricket, and rightly so. I agree with the opinion of this ex cricketer.

Pakistan and the international communal cesspit were already on this collision path.

Bangladesh made its decision independently from Pakistan and Pakistan indicated they support this but that's it.

This whole narrative of Bangladesh following Pakistan is a dud.

Bangladesh have made their stand and actions conclusively, and Pakistan have their own issue with the international communal cesspit

They are actually separate issues right now.

In any case, what future does over country have when India just wants to relegate other nations to existence on their terms.

 

[r3alist]

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Transplantation: Bangladesh has shown extreme stupidity. Mixing up the IPL and the ICC was foolish. Even after getting the assurance of full security from ICC, Bangladesh showed extreme stupidity by boycotting the World Cup.

Cricketers who have skin in the game with respect to commentary and general employment opportunities will of course be upset. A cricketer predominantly just wants to play but then we are long beyond sporting considerations.

Pakistan at minimum should boycott India, however making it seem like India is now grateful for Pakistan's presence has mightily annoyed the Indian side.

 

[Yasser76]

Cricketers who have skin in the game with respect to commentary and general employment opportunities will of course be upset. A cricketer predominantly just wants to play but then we are long beyond sporting considerations.

Pakistan at minimum should boycott India, however making it seem like India is now grateful for Pakistan's presence has mightily annoyed the Indian side.

Yup, and by both BD and Pakistan (two Test playing nations) not playing it makes this World Cup a complete farce. Then next WC we attend. Sends a message India can simply not be trusted with International tournaments

What is more, the political interference here will be paid to any delusions they had of holding the Olympics...