Apropos the T20 World Cup 2026

Despite numerous hurdles in the past of bullying Indian cricket events by groups like Shiv Sena, the game was never affected. This time fringe protests led to the removal of Bangladesh cricketer Mustafizur from the IPL squad leading to protests in Bangladesh that has now resulted in their decision not to play the World Cup. Ostensibly that decision belongs to the interim government and not to the cricketers many of whom felt let down. In response, Pakistan has supported their new-found ally, Bangladesh though it has not decided on its course of action which they have kept till the last minute. If they play the game, they may refuse to play India. The world watches as politics occupy centre-stage usurping the actual game from the pedestal. The blame lies on the three governments of India, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Date of Update: 30-Jan-26