Overview
- BCCI reversed its boycott threat and participated virtually, enabling the ACC AGM in Dhaka to proceed with a valid quorum.
- The council endorsed a September 8–28 window for the tournament and reaffirmed the eight-team format.
- Full members India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will join UAE, Oman and Hong Kong in the competition.
- India and Pakistan are expected to be grouped together to preserve marquee rivalry under the neutral-venue arrangement.
- BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla and ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi will meet shortly to finalize venues, match fixtures and commercial agreements.