Jay Shah Speaks on BCCI Declining Women’s T20 World Cup In Bangladesh- ‘Slightly Emotional’

BCCI declines BCB's request to host Women's T20 WC in Bangladesh

BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said that they turned down the request of Bangladesh Cricket Board to host the Women’s T20 World Cup in 2024, due to political distress in Bangladesh.

“They had asked the BCCI if they can host the event, but I flatly refused. We would be still in the monsoon season and next year, we are going to host the ODI Women’s World Cup. I do not want to give the impression that I want to host consecutive World Cups,” said Shah.

Due to the current civil distress in Bangladesh, the possibility of Bangladesh in hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup is having increasing concerns. The tournament is set to begin on October 3 and is to be held in two different venues.

The ICC is keeping a close watch on the situation of the country before the event and a decision is to be made soon. Meanwhile, a 2-match Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh is scheduled to start on August 21.