The BCCI has firmly declined the ICC’s offer to host the Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for October, according to BCCI Secretary Jay Shah. Shah explained that India, dealing with the monsoon season and already preparing to host the Women’s ODI World Cup next year, does not wish to host consecutive World Cups. The ICC is expected to make a final decision on August 20.
With India out of the running, Sri Lanka and the UAE are now potential venues. The ICC has been considering moving the tournament due to the unstable situation in Bangladesh, where anti-government protests have led to violence and government changes. An ICC official stated that they are monitoring the situation closely in collaboration with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and security experts, prioritizing participant safety.
The BCB is struggling with internal issues, including the recent removal of its president and several directors who are now unresponsive. Additionally, strong travel advisories from England, Australia, and India pose significant challenges for the tournament’s planning.
In the meantime, the BCCI has confirmed that VVS Laxman will continue as the head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) beyond his current contract, which ends in September. Shah confirmed that the BCCI will extend Laxman’s tenure, maintaining stability at the NCA.
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