ICC to punish Bangladesh with major financial blow after T20 World Cup 2026 withdrawal

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is set to face significant financial fallout following its exclusion from the 2026 T20 World Cup. The decision by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to remove Bangladesh and replace it with Scotland has far-reaching consequences, particularly for the BCB’s finances.

One of the immediate financial losses is the USD 500,000 participation fee that each team receives for taking part in the World Cup. This amount, while substantial, is a relatively small part of the overall damage the BCB will incur. The real blow comes from the loss of



the ICC's annual revenue share, which amounts to approximately USD 27 million (330 crore BDT) for Bangladesh. This sum represents around 60 percent of the board’s annual budget, making it a critical source of funding for BCB’s operations.

In addition to this, the absence of Bangladesh from the tournament will result in the loss of valuable sponsorship income. Major events like the T20 World Cup bring in lucrative sponsorship deals, and with Bangladesh’s non-participation, the board will miss out on the exposure and associated revenue these partnerships typically generate.