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Pakistan boycott match against India in T20 World Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board, PCB, had been awaiting approval from the Pakistani government to participate in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. Following discussions with the board, the government has granted permission for Shaheen Afridi’s team to take part in the tournament. However, Pakistan has decided to boycott its group-stage match against India.
Litton, Shanto, Akbar to lead teams in special 3-team T20 event
With the national team absent from the upcoming T20 World Cup, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a high-stakes domestic T20 tournament titled “Odommo Bangladesh” (Indomitable Bangladesh).
ICC faces backlash from cricketers
The International Cricket Council, ICC, already facing criticism over the Bangladesh issue, has landed in fresh controversy just ahead of the T20 World Cup. The World Cricketers’ Association, WCA, has now entered into direct conflict with the global cricket governing body over terms related to the use of players’ names, images and identities.
Bangladesh make flying start in SAFF, thrash Bhutan 12-0
Bangladesh made a brilliant start to their title defence in the SAFF Under-19 Women’s Football Championship with a commanding victory. The defending champions crushed Bhutan 12-0 in the opening match of the tournament in Pokhara, Nepal, showcasing their dominance throughout the game. The team coached by Peter Butler completely dismantled Bhutan’s defence.
Two Bangladeshi umpires to officiate in T20 WC
Two experienced Bangladeshi umpires, Sharafuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat and Gazi Sohel, have been included in the list of match officials for the upcoming T20 World Cup announced by the ICC.
Bangladesh thrash Scotland for sixth win in a row
Bangladesh women’s cricket team secured a record-margin victory after posting their second-highest team total in T20 format, thrashing Scotland by 90 runs in the Super Six stage on January 30.
BCB plans special tournament in place of T20 World Cup
After Bangladesh pulled out of the T20 World Cup in India over security concerns, the BCB is set to give its national stars a chance to hit back—on home turf.
BCB plans Shakib’s return in Pakistan series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is planning to bring back Shakib Al Hasan to the national team in the upcoming home ODI series against Pakistan in March.
SAFF Women’s Futsal champions to get open-top bus reception
Bangladesh’s women’s futsal team are set to receive a grand welcome after victory in the inaugural SAFF Women’s Futsal Championship.
Govt allows shooting team's India trip despite blocking cricket squad
Despite cancelling the national cricket team's tour to India for the T20 World Cup over security concerns, the government has permitted the shooting team to travel to Delhi for the Asian Rifle and Pistol Shooting Championship.