The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has once again officially informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not send its team to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, proposing instead a group swap as a potential logistical solution to the crisis.

The development emerged following a high-level meeting held at the BCB office in Mirpur on Saturday afternoon.

ICC General Manager of the Integrity Unit, Andrew Effgrave, flew to Dhaka for the discussion, while Gaurav Saxena, the ICC’s General Manager of Events and Corporate Communications, joined via video link after failing to obtain a visa in time—a delay that underscores the ongoing diplomatic friction.

During the meeting, the BCB reiterated its formal request to relocate Bangladesh's matches to Sri Lanka.

Board officials conveyed the Bangladesh government’s deep concerns regarding the safety of players, supporters, and media personnel in India.

In a new strategic twist, the discussion explored the possibility of shifting Bangladesh to a different tournament group.

The BCB suggested that placing Bangladesh in a group scheduled to play outside of India (potentially in co-host Sri Lanka) could resolve the security impasse with “minimal logistic changes”.

Despite the “constructive dialogue,” no immediate decision was reached. ICC representatives acknowledged the BCB's position but indicated they must consult with ICC Chair Jay Shah before finalizing any changes.

The meeting was attended by BCB President Aminul Islam and other top officials, who remain steadfast in their refusal to compromise on security.