ICC suspends media accreditation for Bangladeshi journalists following Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the T20 World Cup 2026 in India. BCB seeks clarification as journalists must reapply amid security concerns.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has put media accreditation for Bangladeshi journalists on hold following Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the T20 World Cup 2026 in India. The move comes as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) cited security concerns as the reason for pulling out the national team from the tournament.
Several Bangladeshi journalists reported that their accreditation applications had been rejected, creating confusion and frustration among the media community. In response, the ICC has confirmed that it is revising the media accreditation process to reflect the new circumstances surrounding the tournament.
An ICC official told PTI, “There is a reworking of the process since there is a change in the number of requests and schedules. The accreditation lists are being adjusted accordingly.”
It is understood that approximately 80 to 90 Bangladeshi journalists had initially applied for accreditation. According to ICC regulations, even when a country’s team is participating, the number of approved media applications from a single nation is typically capped. “By country quota, you cannot exceed 40 approvals. The ICC considers the home board’s recommendations and then finalizes applications,” an official explained.
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Bangladesh Cricket Board Seeks Clarity
The accreditation issue has drawn the attention of the BCB. Amjad Hossain, chairman of the BCB Media Committee, confirmed that the board has formally approached the ICC to seek clarification. “The decision came only yesterday, and we have requested details and an explanation. While this is an internal matter, we needed to understand the rationale behind the decision,” he said.
Sources indicate that Bangladeshi journalists will now need to reapply for accreditation, with applications being evaluated individually rather than under a collective quota. This adjustment reflects Bangladesh’s changed involvement in the tournament.
Although the BCB opted not to send its team, the ICC’s internal security assessment reportedly found no threat to Bangladesh’s participation in India. Following Bangladesh’s withdrawal, the ICC confirmed Scotland as the replacement team for the T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to begin on February 7, 2026.
The situation highlights the complex coordination between cricket boards and the ICC in managing media logistics for high-profile international tournaments, especially when security and team participation decisions affect accreditation processes.
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