A major controversy has emerged ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup as Indian media reports claim that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has decided to replace Bangladesh with Scotland following a dispute over tournament venues.

According to Indian media sources, the ICC rejected a formal request by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to shift Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches from India to Sri Lanka, citing security and logistical concerns.

Venue Dispute Triggers ICC Decision

Reports claim that after refusing Bangladesh’s demand for a venue change, the ICC opted to include Scotland in the T20 World Cup instead. An official announcement from the ICC is expected soon, according to sources quoted by Indian outlets.

The controversy escalated after the BCB sent multiple letters to the ICC, reiterating its stance that the Bangladesh national team would not travel to India under the current arrangements.

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BCB Seeks Independent Review

A private Indian television channel reported that the Bangladesh Cricket Board requested the ICC to refer the issue to its Independent Dispute Resolution Committee, seeking a formal review of Bangladesh’s participation status in the tournament.

Sources said that despite renewed communication with the ICC, the BCB maintained its refusal to send the team to India, while again requesting that its matches be relocated to a neutral venue.

Uncertainty Looms Over Tournament Line-Up

The reported move, if confirmed, could mark a significant shift in the T20 World Cup lineup, raising questions over governance, security concerns, and the ICC’s handling of member boards’ disputes.

So far, neither the ICC nor the Bangladesh Cricket Board has issued an official statement, leaving the cricketing world awaiting confirmation amid growing speculation.