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Scotland replaces Bangladesh in ICC T20 World Cup 2026

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The ICC announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh Cricket Board refused to participate in the tournament scheduled in India. The ICC rejected Bangladesh's request to move its matches to Sri Lanka, citing no credible or verifiable security threat, and proceeded with replacement after Bangladesh failed to confirm participation within a 24-hour deadline.

25 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 25 January

Scotland replaces Bangladesh in ICC T20 World Cup 2026
The ICC announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup after the Bangladesh Cricket Board refused to participate in the tournament scheduled in India. The ICC rejected Bangladesh's request to move its matches to Sri Lanka, citing no credible or verifiable security threat, and proceeded with replacement after Bangladesh failed to confirm participation within a 24-hour deadline.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 23 January

ICC U/19 World Cup group stage concludes in Namibia
The ICC U/19 Men's Cricket World Cup group matches are finishing in Namibia, with Afghanistan securing top spot in Group D by defeating Tanzania by nine wickets on Wednesday at the High-Performance Oval in Windhoek. The Super Six and knockout stages will run until 26 January 2026 in Namibia, with remaining matches from 27 January onwards in Zimbabwe.
23 January 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 22 January

Namibia's cricket team departs for ICC Men's T20 World Cup
The FNB Eagles have been sent off to prepare for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka from 7 February to 8 March 2026, marking Namibia's fourth World Cup qualification. Head coach Craig Williams said the team will compete to beat bigger nations, while captain Gerhard Erasmus emphasized the team's determination to make an impact despite facing tough opposition including the Netherlands, India, USA, and Pakistan.
22 January 2026 · New Era →
ICC rejects Bangladesh plea to move T20 World Cup matches
The International Cricket Council has rejected Bangladesh's request to relocate their T20 World Cup matches from India, citing no credible security threat to the team. Bangladesh has refused to play in India following a row with the Indian cricket board over a player's involvement in the Indian Premier League, and the outcome of their participation remains uncertain.
22 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 16 January

Namibia hosts ICC U19 Cricket World Cup for first time
Namibia will co-host the ICC Men's Under-19 Cricket World Cup with Zimbabwe from 15 January to 6 February 2026, with 16 teams competing in 41 matches. Education Minister Sanet L. Steenkamp said the tournament marks a defining moment for the country's sporting credentials, expected to boost tourism and economic opportunities while demonstrating Namibia's capacity to stage world-class events.
16 January 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 14 January

Cricket4Good programme brings ICC World Cup coaching to Namibian schools
The ICC's Cricket4Good social responsibility programme is operating in Namibia during the U/19 Men's Cricket World Cup, offering coaching clinics to 16 Windhoek schools led by World Cup players and focusing on health, education, sanitation and youth empowerment. The initiative aims to inspire young players to pursue cricket while using the sport as a tool for positive social change.
14 January 2026 · New Era →

Monday 12 January

Namibia ready to host ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup
Namibia is co-hosting the 16th ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup alongside Zimbabwe this month, with 16 matches taking place across Windhoek venues. The tournament runs from 15 January to 6 February and will be broadcast to over a billion people across 204 countries.
12 January 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 7 January

Namibia's Capricorn Eagles depart for 2026 World Cup qualifier
Namibia's women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles, have been sent off for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal, which runs from 13 January to 2 February 2026, after earning their spot through the Africa qualifier. The 15-member squad will participate in a pre-tournament in India before heading to Nepal, where 10 teams will compete.
7 January 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 6 January

Namibia condemns US military action against Venezuela, Maduro captured
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations and Trade, alongside political parties, condemned the United States' military strike against Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, citing violations of international law and national sovereignty. The government reaffirmed solidarity with Venezuela based on shared anti-colonial history, though some opposition figures questioned the framing while still opposing unilateral military intervention.
6 January 2026 · New Era →