In a development stirring cricket circles ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Cricket Ireland has firmly dismissed claims that its team will switch groups with Bangladesh during the tournament.
Reports had circulated that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) had requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to swap Ireland’s group placement so Bangladesh could avoid playing in India. However, Ireland’s cricket officials insisted their group position will remain unchanged, reaffirming that they will compete as originally scheduled.
Under the confirmed lineup, Ireland will play its matches in Group C alongside Sri Lanka, Australia, Zimbabwe, and Oman, while Bangladesh remains in Group B, set to face teams including England, West Indies, Nepal, and Italy — with all fixtures following the initial schedule.
Officials also noted that discussions during recent ICC-BCB meetings addressed logistical concerns and match venues, but no final decision on group reassignment has been made. Ireland’s stance brings clarity to fans and teams alike as the tournament approaches.
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