BCB stays away, umpire stays on: Bangladesh umpire officiates India–New Zealand ODI amid T20 World Cup travel standoff

Despite Bangladesh Cricket Board’s refusal to send its team to India for the T20 World Cup 2026 due to security concerns, a Bangladeshi umpire is officiating in an ongoing ODI series on Indian soil. This highlights the ICC’s independent appointment process for neutral match officials, even amidst strained bilateral relations.