Bangladesh cricketers have threatened to boycott all forms of game if BCB director Najmul Islam doesn't resign from his post. Images: BCB
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Firstpost15-01-2026, 07:59

Bangladesh Cricket Crisis: Players Threaten Boycott After BCB Director's 'Return Crores' Remark

  • Bangladesh cricketers threaten a full boycott of all matches, including the BPL, following controversial remarks by BCB director M Nazmul Islam.
  • Nazmul Islam criticized players for poor performance, suggesting they should return the "crores and crores of taka" spent on them by the board.
  • The comments were made during a BCB prayer meeting, where Islam questioned player compensation if Bangladesh boycotted the T20 World Cup.
  • Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) president Mohammad Mithun issued the boycott threat, demanding Nazmul Islam's resignation.
  • BCB has distanced itself from Nazmul Islam's statements, calling them inappropriate and not reflecting the board's official position, promising disciplinary action.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh cricket faces a potential shutdown as players demand a BCB director's resignation over offensive comments.

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