Nazmul Islam Sacked: BCB Bows to Player Rebellion After Controversial Remarks

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News18•15-01-2026, 19:50
Nazmul Islam Sacked: BCB Bows to Player Rebellion After Controversial Remarks
- •Nazmul Islam has been dismissed as Chairman of the BCB's Finance Committee following widespread outrage.
- •His removal comes after senior national team players rebelled against his derogatory remarks.
- •Nazmul had controversially stated that players would not be compensated if Bangladesh withdrew from the T20 World Cup 2026 in India, citing their lack of ICC event wins.
- •CWAB demanded his immediate removal, and the BCB issued a Show Cause notice, initiating formal disciplinary proceedings.
- •The BCB President will now serve as Acting Chairman, emphasizing the board's commitment to cricketers' interests and dignity.
Why It Matters: Bangladesh Cricket Board sacked Nazmul Islam, bowing to player pressure over his controversial comments.
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