Scotland Take Bangladesh’s Place in 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

"This replacement marks a major moment for Scottish cricket on the international stage."

In a surprising turn of events, Scotland has been added to the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, replacing Bangladesh. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka starting 7 February 2026.

Bangladesh withdrew from the competition after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) refused to send the team to India for their scheduled matches, citing security concerns. The ICC rejected their request to move the games to Sri Lanka and confirmed that Bangladesh would no longer participate.

Scotland was chosen as the replacement because they were the highest-ranked team not already qualified for the World Cup. The team will compete in Group C alongside England, West Indies, Italy, and Nepal.

This opportunity marks a significant moment for Scotland, giving them the chance to play on the world stage against some of the strongest T20 teams. Officials and players from Scotland have welcomed the chance to participate and are preparing for the upcoming matches.