Dhaka, Jan. 12 -- While headlines over the weekend suggested a sudden shift in the venue drama of Bangladesh's matches in the upcoming T20 World Cup, the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) recent overture regarding Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches is more of a strategic contingency than a confirmed relocation plan.

Contrary to rumors of an immediate venue swap, PCB sources clarified that Pakistan is positioning itself as a "Plan B." The offer to host the Liton Das-led side is specifically on the table as an alternative "if Sri Lankan venues are unavailable", as Pakistani media reported.

Pakistan's venues are described as "ready and fully equipped," with the board leveraging its recent experience hosting the Champions Trophy 2025 to showca...