- By Gurmeet Batra
- Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:59 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that it will not impose any financial, sporting, or administrative penalties on the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for withdrawing from the T20 World Cup.
The BCB retains the right to approach the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) if needed, as per ICC regulations.
An official statement from ICC read, "The International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have concluded an open, constructive and congenial dialogue. This dialogue covered several matters, including but not limited to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and the broader outlook for cricket in South Asia."
"While reflecting on the Bangladesh cricket team’s unfortunate absence from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, the global governing body for cricket reaffirmed BCB's position as a valued Full Member, with a proud cricketing history and a vital role in the growth of the global game.
"The ICC also reiterated its continued facilitation of growth in one of cricket’s most vibrant markets, with more than 200 million passionate fans to ensure that the national team's non-participation in ICC Men's T20 World Cup does not have any long-term effects on Cricket in the country," the statement further added.
Reflecting the ICC's focus on fairness and support rather than punitive action, the BCB retains its right to approach the Dispute Resolution Committee.
"It is agreed that no financial, sporting or administrative penalty will be imposed on Bangladesh Cricket Board in relation to the current matter.
It is acknowledged that BCB retains the right to approach the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC), should it choose to do so. This right exists under current ICC regulations and remains intact," the statement read.
"The ICC’s approach is guided by its principles of neutrality and fairness and reflects the shared objective of facilitative support rather than punishment," it further added.
Subject to ICC processes and as part of the agreement, the Bangladesh will host an ICC event before the 2031 Men's Cricket World Cup.
"As part of this understanding, an agreement has been reached that Bangladesh will host an ICC event prior to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2031, subject to the usual ICC hosting processes, timelines and operational requirements," it read.
"This reflects confidence in Bangladesh’s capability as a host and reinforces the ICC’s commitment to providing meaningful hosting opportunities across its membership to develop cricket in the country.
"The ICC, PCB and BCB, along with other Members, remain committed to continued dialogue, cooperation and constructive engagement in the best interests of the sport. All stakeholders acknowledge that the spirit of this understanding is to protect the integrity of the game and preserve unity within the cricket fraternity," the statement further added.