Pakistan Backs Bangladesh In WC Row, Will ICC Change Stance? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani

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Published Jan 9, 2026

The T20 World Cup is approaching in a few weeks, but the biggest contest is unfolding off the field. Bangladesh continues to push back against playing their World Cup matches in India, escalating tensions after the IPL fallout involving Mustafizur Rahman. Despite the ICC making it clear that the World Cup is not open to renegotiation, Bangladesh’s government and cricket board insist their concerns over national dignity and security have not been addressed. With Pakistan backing Bangladesh and the ICC refusing to set a dangerous precedent, Rupha Ramani breaks down whether a World Cup boycott is even realistic, why this situation is not comparable to India-Pakistan ties, and why Bangladesh may be overplaying its hand in a high-stakes power struggle.

Also on the show, the Ashes has concluded with Australia winning the series 4-1. The demands for England to drop "Bazball" are growing louder. But will this approach be right for England, especially after their resurgence in the last two matches? And AFCON has been rocked by a racism row. Algeria mocked a DR Congo fan who gained prominence for his tribute to Patrice Lumumba by standing like a statue for 90 minutes. What really transpired? Find out the details.

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