Agartala, Jan. 25 -- The Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) Secretary, Subrata Dey, termed Bangladesh's ejection from the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup 2026 as "unfortunate", stressing that the International Cricket Council (ICC) gave "ample opportunities" before replacing them with Scotland after they refused to travel to India for the tournament.

Speaking to ANI, Subrata Dey on Saturday said that Bangladesh's decision not to revisit negotiations led to their replacement.

"It is indeed unfortunate. Bangladesh has been a competent and passionate cricketing nation, and their absence will be felt by the players and the fans. But the ICC has provided ample opportunities to Bangladesh; however, they were firm on their decision from the very b...