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The ICC has agreed that no 'financial, sporting or administrative penalty' would be imposed on Bangladesh for their withdrawal from the T20 World Cup. AFP

ICC reiterates support for Bangladesh after mediation led by UAE cricket boss

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Nepal captain Rohit Paudel and coach Stuart Law are looking to make their mark on the T20 World Cup in their opening match against England. AFP

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Abdulrahman Bukhatir, left, with India captain Sunil Gavaskar at the first Asia Cup that was held at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in 1984. Photo: Sharjah Cricket

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