Women's T20 WC  to be moved from Bangladesh to UAE

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup is likely to be moved from Bangladesh to the UAE, according to indications from the recent International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meeting, which took place virtually on Tuesday. The tournament is scheduled from October 3 to 20.

That the global event cannot be played in Bangladesh in the current circumstances was the overriding view of the Board members/directors, who attended the meeting. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is believed to have agreed to the shift. It will, however, continue to be the official host of the event.

Bangladesh has been grappling with internal violence, marked by student unrest and political turmoil, with reports of fatalities continuing to emerge despite the recent takeover by a new government. During the board meeting, concerns were raised that hosting the event in a country afflicted by such violence at this time may not be appropriate.    —Cricbuzz