ICC Confirms Bangladesh Won’t Face Any Penalty Over T20 World Cup Withdrawal

The ICC has confirmed that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will not face any fine or penalty for its refusal to play in the T20 World Cup 2026 in India. It is a big decision taken by the ICC that helped them to break the impasse with Pakistan over the match boycott threat against India.

"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.” said the ICC statement.

The body then clarified that its decisions are based on the principles of neutrality and fairness, as that helps to support every member working under its umbrella.

"The ICC's approach is guided by its principles of neutrality and fairness and reflects the shared objective of facilitative support rather than punishment.” said the ICC statement.

The global cricket governing body also shared a big update that Bangladesh will be awarded an additional ICC event prior to the ODI Cricket World Cup in 2031.

"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. 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.” said the ICC statement.

"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." added the statement.