Bangladesh Cricket Board was forced to take action against Nazmul Islam after cricketers' began their boycott on Thursday. Images: Ekhon TV/PTI
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Firstpost26-01-2026, 16:57

Bangladesh Cricket in Turmoil: Controversial Official's Reappointment Sparks Furore After T20 World Cup Exit

  • Bangladesh faces a new crisis after its T20 World Cup exit, fueled by the controversial reappointment of BCB official M Najmul Islam.
  • Najmul Islam was removed as finance committee chairman on January 15 for calling Tamim Iqbal an "Indian agent" and making provocative remarks about player finances.
  • His removal followed a 48-hour ultimatum from the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh and a player boycott of a BPL match.
  • Despite previous assurances of prioritizing cricketers' interests, Najmul was reinstated after the BPL season, reportedly cleared by BCB's disciplinary department.
  • The reappointment has caused unhappiness among cricketers, with one unnamed player sarcastically remarking on the situation.

Why It Matters: Controversial BCB official M Najmul Islam's reappointment after T20 World Cup exit sparks fresh crisis in Bangladesh cricket.

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