Cricket’s global stage is reshaping: Scotland is on the brink of replacing Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup following the latter’s boycott of India. ICC’s formal release will cement this change instantly.
The ICC, post exhaustive waits for Bangladesh’s stance, is fast-tracking Scotland’s involvement. A binding Board vote leaves no wiggle room.
BCB’s Aminul Islam mused on last-ditch wonders, but the window has slammed shut.
Deadline: January 21 for India commitment. Sri Lanka relocation denied. Boardroom isolation, save Pakistan’s nod.
24-hour ultimatum: participate or perish—Scotland awaits.
Government-guided, BCB withdrew Thursday. Advisor Nazrul: ‘State decision; ICC lacked credibility sans our control.’ Echoed prior security woes.
Scotland’s spot secured; Bangladesh’s exit final. ICC announcement seals it.