The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday officially announced that it will host India for a highly anticipated white-ball series in September 2026. The tour, which consists of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20I Internationals (T20Is), marks a major milestone in the regional cricket calendar.
However, uncertainty looms over the tour as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has yet to confirm its travel plans, citing the prevailing conditions and the lack of a stable government in Bangladesh.
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Official Schedule Revealed
According to the itinerary released by the BCB, the Indian team is expected to arrive in Bangladesh on August 28. The ODI leg will kick off the proceedings, followed by the T20I matches:
- 1st ODI: September 1
- 2nd ODI: September 3
- 3rd ODI: September 6
- 1st T20I: September 9
- 2nd T20I: September 12
- 3rd T20I: September 13
The Indian team is scheduled to return home immediately after the final T20I. This series was originally slated for August 2025 but was deferred to September 2026 due to political unrest. The BCB expressed its excitement in the statement, noting that the confirmed dates ensure a season full of top-level international cricket for supporters in Bangladesh.
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IPL Controversy and Security Concerns
The tour announcement coincides with a brewing controversy regarding the participation of Bangladesh players in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Following the mini-auction last month, pacer Mustafizur Rahman became the most expensive player from Bangladesh after being secured by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs 9.20 crore.
This signing has sparked intense debate, with some political figures and religious leaders questioning his participation amid reports of violence against minorities in Bangladesh.
While the BCCI has not officially commented on the government’s stance, sources reiterate that no directive has been issued to prevent Bangladesh players from competing.