The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has expressed serious concern over India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games following Bangladesh’s decision to withdraw from the upcoming T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. According to a report by The Guardian, the IOC views the growing political tension between India and Bangladesh over cricket as a potential threat to the Olympic movement’s principle of political neutrality. The controversy began after Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman was allegedly unfairly excluded from the IPL, prompting the Bangladesh Cricket Board to request venue changes for its World Cup matches, which the ICC rejected.
The ICC’s decision and its perceived alignment with Indian interests have drawn scrutiny, especially given the close ties between ICC leadership and Indian cricket authorities. The IOC, which maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward political interference in sports, has reportedly warned that continued boycotts or political disputes could jeopardize India’s Olympic hosting ambitions. India’s confirmed hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games contrasts with the uncertainty surrounding its 2036 Olympic bid, where Qatar remains a strong competitor.
The IOC has also reminded India that visible efforts to improve relations with Bangladesh and Pakistan will be essential to sustain its Olympic aspirations.
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