The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) says the ICC "has conveyed its willingness to work closely" with the country due to security concerns about playing in India at the T20 World Cup.
New Zealand look set to rotate their fast bowlers at the upcoming T20 World Cup as Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry may miss brief periods on paternity leave and recovering from injury.
Bangladesh will not travel to India for their group-stage matches at the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, citing concerns over player safety amid escalating political tensions.
Cricket SA Convenor Selector Patrick Moroney has explained that picking Quinton de Kock for the T20 World Cup from next month was a no brainer, with the player also expected to open the batting alongside captain Aiden Markram.
Jason Smith has earned a call-up to the Proteas squad for the T20 World Cup that will be held in India and Sri Lanka, starting on 7 February.
Australia have announced a 15-player squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, with all group-stage matches scheduled in Sri Lanka.