Litton Das claims BCB did not consult players on World Cup boycott
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:54 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Bangladesh T20 captain Litton Das has stated that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) did not consult players prior to their withdrawal from the 2026 T20 World Cup in India. Das characterized a January meeting with government officials as a "media stunt" rather than an actual consultation. He noted that BCB's security concerns were dismissed by the ICC, which found no credible threats. Das emphasized that all players expressed a desire to participate in the tournament, suggesting that the decision was imposed on them. As a result of the withdrawal, Bangladesh was replaced by Scotland in the event.
- •Litton Das criticizes BCB's lack of player consultation
- •BCB sought to relocate World Cup matches due to security issues
- •ICC declined relocation, citing no credible threats
- •Bangladesh has been replaced by Scotland in the World Cup
- •Das defends players' willingness to compete in India
- 6:54 AMYahoo Sports — Litton Das says BCB never consulted Bangladesh players before boycotting T20 World Cup in India
"Bangladesh T20 captain Litton Das has exposed the reality behind the BCB skipping the T20 World Cup in India.
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