BCB Director Calls Tamim Iqbal 'Indian Agent' Amidst IPL, T20 World Cup Controversy

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News18•13-01-2026, 19:03
BCB Director Calls Tamim Iqbal 'Indian Agent' Amidst IPL, T20 World Cup Controversy
- •BCB Director M. Najmul Islam labeled former captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent' on social media, sparking controversy.
- •The remark came after Tamim questioned BCB's move to shift T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India to Sri Lanka due to financial concerns.
- •Najmul defended his 'private post,' stating Tamim's comments aligned with 'India's propaganda' and prioritized money over the country.
- •The cricketing fraternity, including players like Taskin Ahmed and Mominul Haque, and CWAB, condemned Najmul's 'outrageous' remark.
- •The controversy highlights rising political tensions between India and Bangladesh impacting cricket decisions.
Why It Matters: BCB Director's 'Indian agent' remark against Tamim Iqbal ignites controversy, revealing deep-seated tensions in Bangladesh cricket.
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