MUMBAI – In the high-stakes world of cricket administration, silence often breeds speculation. Today, the BCCI chose to break that silence, categorically shutting down rumors that Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches would be moved out of India.
For weeks, whispers in cricketing corridors suggested that the “Pakistan Model”—where a team plays in a neutral or hybrid venue due to political tensions—might be applied to Bangladesh given recent diplomatic fluctuations. However, by confirming that the Tigers will indeed play on Indian soil, the BCCI has signaled confidence in its security apparatus and its ability to host a seamless global event.
Analysts point out that shifting venues at this stage would have been a logistical nightmare for the ICC. “Splitting the group stages further between India and Sri Lanka would have complicated travel logistics and broadcasting schedules,” noted a sports management expert. With this clarification, the focus shifts back to the cricket, as teams prepare for the marquee tournament set to begin later this year.
