Bangladesh, India 'very sincere' over delayed cricket series: BCB president
Bangladesh and India are “sincere” in their search for a new date for a white-ball series that was first supposed to take place last year, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Tamim Iqbal said. The three one-day internationals (ODIs) and three T20 matches in Bangladesh were originally planned for August 2025, but then political relations soured between the two countries. The Board of Control…
Bangladesh and India express sincere intent to resolve a delayed white-ball cricket series, according to BCB President Tamim Iqbal. Originally scheduled for August 2025, the intended three ODIs and three T20s in Bangladesh were thwarted by deteriorating political relations between the nations. The BCCI subsequently claimed the series would take place in September, but progress remains elusive.
Speaking on the podcast Not out Noman, Iqbal stated that "both boards are very sincere that this thing happens" and that they are exploring potential windows for rescheduling. No immediate response was received from the BCCI. Tensions have persisted since a 2024 mass uprising led to the downfall of Bangladesh's then-Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who sought refuge in India, her close ally.
In February, Bangladesh rejected an invitation to participate in the T20 World Cup in India, citing security concerns. India's last cricket tour to Bangladesh occurred in 2022, while Bangladesh hosted the nation in September-October 2024.
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