NEW DELHI: The ICC on Monday confirmed it would not be imposing any penalty on the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for refusing to play its T20 World Cup matches in India.

The world governing body said the decision came after dialogue with both the BCB and the Pakistan Cricket Board, which had announced a boycott of the February 15 game against India in solidarity with Bangladesh.

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"It is agreed that no financial, sporting or administrative penalty will be imposed on Bangladesh Cricket Board in relation to the current matter," the ICC said in a statement.

BCB Retains Right to Approach DRC

The ICC added that the BCB still retains the right to approach the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) if it chooses to do so.

"It is acknowledged that BCB retains the right to approach the Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC), should it choose to do so. This right exists under current ICC regulations and remains intact."

The governing body emphasised that its approach is guided by principles of neutrality and fairness, reflecting the objective of support rather than punishment.

"The ICC’s approach is guided by its principles of neutrality and fairness and reflects the shared objective of facilitative support rather than punishment," the statement added.

Future Hosting Agreement

Bangladesh had refused to travel to India for the ongoing mega-event citing security concerns and were subsequently replaced by Scotland.

As part of the understanding, Bangladesh is also set to host an ICC event between 2028 and 2031.

"As part of this understanding, an agreement has been reached that Bangladesh will host an ICC event prior to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2031, subject to the usual ICC hosting processes, timelines and operational requirements."

BCB president Aminul Islam had travelled to Pakistan on Sunday for discussions, which included a virtual meeting with the ICC and the Pakistan Cricket Board, as part of efforts to resolve the standoff.

(With PTI Inputs)