Bangladesh is scheduled to play three group matches in Kolkata and one in Mumbai. The BCB has insisted on either changing the match venues or switching groups so their games can be held in Sri Lanka. In a recent meeting with ICC officials in Dhaka, the BCB suggested swapping Bangladesh with Ireland in Group B, which includes Sri Lanka, Australia, Oman, and Zimbabwe. This change would let Bangladesh play all its group matches entirely in Sri Lanka. Relations between India and Bangladesh have worsened following the killing of Hindus in Bangladesh.

Source: News 24 January 20, 2026 06:10 UTC