BCCI declines to host Women’s T20 World Cup, citing focus on upcoming events. Bangladesh turmoil impacts tournament location decisions.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially declined the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) proposal to host the Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for October. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah emphasized that India’s focus is on preparing for hosting the Women’s ODI World Cup next year and the current monsoon season, making it unsuitable to host two major events consecutively.
With India stepping aside, potential alternatives for the tournament’s location include Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates.Concerns arose over Bangladesh’s ability to host the event due to security issues following anti-government unrest, leading to uncertainties around the tournament’s location. While the ICC is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh, travel advisories from nations like England, Australia, and India have complicated matters for the Bangladesh Cricket Board.
The absence of clear leadership within the BCB, coupled with political upheaval in the country, further adds to the challenges of organizing the event.Despite ongoing uncertainties, the BCCI remains focused on their upcoming fixtures, including the Bangladesh men’s team’s tour of India next month. Secretary Jay Shah expressed willingness to engage with the relevant authorities in Bangladesh as the cricketing community aims to navigate through the current obstacles towards ensuring the safety and success of international cricket events.
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