Relief for Bangladesh as WC broadcast deal nears completion
2 June 2026, 23:55 PM
A consortium comprising BTV, T Sports and Star News is set to acquire the broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, officials confirmed on Tuesday, ending fears of a potential blackout of the tournament in Bangladesh.
2 June 2026, 23:55 PM
World Cup worries grow for Tigresses
2 June 2026, 08:00 AM
Bangladesh’s ability to consistently post big totals, chase 150-plus targets have long been far from convincing. Continuing the trend, they managed only 133 for five against Scotland and then fell eight runs short of 163-run chase.
2 June 2026, 08:00 AM
Will Marufa’s ‘secret plan’ give Bangladesh an edge in the upcoming T20 World Cup?
29 May 2026, 16:41 PM
Recently, the right-arm pacer spoke to The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan and revealed that she has a secret plan for the mega T20 event.
29 May 2026, 16:41 PM
‘Praise comes with criticism’
28 May 2026, 00:30 AM
For many years, Bangladesh’s international success depended heavily on the performances of Nigar Sultana Joty. However, that trend changed with the emergence of several match-winners recently. As a result, Joty’s performances sometimes appear ordinary in comparison, and she has often found herself at the receiving end of criticism for not meeting expectations. As Bangladesh head towards their seventh ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, the 28-year-old wicketkeeper-batter shared her plans, expectations, and thoughts on criticism with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan during an interview, the excerpts of which are as follows:
28 May 2026, 00:30 AM
‘Success might have come sooner if I had a set batting position’
26 May 2026, 23:32 PM
In an interview with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan, she spoke about the team’s preparation, her personal transformation, and Bangladesh’s ambitions for the tournament.
26 May 2026, 23:32 PM
World Cup broadcast rights race reopens
26 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Bangladeshi broadcasters T Sports and Star News, in a joint venture, and a Dubai-based company have emerged as potential buyers
26 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Taskin shines in the shadows
14 May 2026, 09:00 AM
The 31-year-old fast bowler's experience and quality remain indispensable to the Tigers.
14 May 2026, 09:00 AM
Rana magic seals maiden home Test win over Pakistan
13 May 2026, 00:30 AM
Pacer Nahid Rana delivered a fiery spell in the final session of the opening Test to claim career-best figures and guide Bangladesh to a 104-run victory over Pakistan, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead in the two-match series at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium yesterday.
13 May 2026, 00:30 AM
A heartbroken city and an empty stadium
People call the city of Lahore ‘The heart of Pakistan’, owing to its rich history, cultural heritage and the fact that it’s the capital of Punjab, the most influential province of the country.
2 March 2025, 18:30 PM
'Good teams score not just with boundaries'
Bangladesh’s spin-bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed is close to signing a two-year contract extension with the Tigers. The former Pakistan spin wizard left to be with his family in Lahore after Bangladesh’s final ICC Champions Trophy group-stage fixture got washed out in Rawalpindi but had a chat with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan about Bangladesh’s disappointing campaign in the global event and some of the factors that contributed to it. The excerpts are as follows:
1 March 2025, 02:00 AM
New traditions but same old hospitality in modern Islamabad
Since its foundation in the 1960s, Pakistan’s capital Islamabad has always been a well-planned city, with separate zones for administration, educational and commercial institutions and residential areas –unlike most major cities in the Indian sub-continent.
28 February 2025, 18:30 PM
'Inspiration' for Shanto, a point for Tigers
Before leaving Dhaka for the ICC Champions Trophy, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto had boldly announced his grand goal of bringing the trophy home, raising many eyebrows.
27 February 2025, 18:43 PM
‘Pride’ at stake as rain threat looms in Rawalpindi
It appears that interest has waned in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and its twin city, Rawalpindi, as fans turn their backs on today’s ICC Champions Trophy Group A clash between Bangladesh and Pakistan.
26 February 2025, 21:48 PM
Miraz finds solace, but what about Tigers?
Bangladesh team manager Rabeed Imam reminded all-rounder Mehedi Hasan Miraz to check the honours board at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Monday, as the latter was waiting to face the media in the Mixed Zone following their Champions Trophy game against New Zealand.
25 February 2025, 21:54 PM
Tony promises to return to Bangladesh for adopted daughter
Eight months ago, curator Tony Hemming parted ways with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) while still having a year left on his two-year contract, expressing dissatisfaction at some of the incidents during his short tenure.
25 February 2025, 03:05 AM
Heartbroken Pakistan fans pinning their hopes on Bangladesh
On Monday morning, right in front of the main entrance of the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, a few local hawkers were selling flags of Bangladesh and New Zealand – the two participating teams in today’s crucial Group A match – and of course of hosts Pakistan.
24 February 2025, 11:21 AM
Make or break for Tigers
It’s make or break for Bangladesh as they take on New Zealand in their second Group A match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium today.
24 February 2025, 02:00 AM
Can batters lift Bangladesh in Pindi?
“Bangladesh’s got a good bowling attack, that’s what I like about them. But big concern is about the batters,” Pakistan’s head curator Tony Hemming said this yesterday when asked about Bangladesh’s chances in today’s match against New Zealand.
23 February 2025, 19:30 PM
Ex-BCB man keeps Tigers on their toes
Soon after he tendered his resignation to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) abruptly in last year’s July, renowned curator Tony Hemming joined the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on a two-year contract.
23 February 2025, 19:00 PM
Changes in Tigers’ XI for NZ clash?
Ahead of the crucial ICC Champions Trophy contest against New Zealand on Monday, the Bangladesh contingent in Islamabad heaved a sigh of relief yesterday as the experienced campaigner Mahmudullah completed his first net session since sustaining a calf injury in Dubai.
22 February 2025, 19:30 PM
Tigers in familiar territory, but can they capitalise?
Despite being in such a comfortable environment, the pressing question remains: can Bangladesh rise to the occasion against New Zealand?
22 February 2025, 18:01 PM
‘We can still make a comeback’
Jaker Ali, who made a hard fought 68 off 114 balls and was involved in a record 154-run stand with Towhid Hridoy, talked to a few journalists immediately after the India game where he remained optimistic about his team’s chances of reaching the knockout phase. Here are the excerpts:
21 February 2025, 18:30 PM
Tigers hopeful Riyad will recover before Pakistan phase
A Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official on Friday said that the team is hopeful of getting Mahmudullah Riyad’s services in Bangladesh’s remaining two Group A matches of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy after the batter missed the opening match against India due to a calf muscle injury.
21 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Without cramps, could’ve scored 20-30 more: Hridoy
Despite scoring a fighting hundred, Towhid Hridoy shouldered the blame for Bangladesh’s failure to post a more challenging target for India in their ICC Champions Trophy Group A match in Dubai yesterday, as the batter said that getting cramped up during the last stretch of his innings shaved a few runs off the total.
20 February 2025, 18:30 PM
An unusual sight and a far-fetched wish
A jam-packed gallery is a common sight whenever India and Bangladesh square off in any global tournament.
20 February 2025, 16:33 PM
Rana omission turns heads in Dubai
The pre-match hype around Bangladesh’s speedster Nahid Rana proved to be for nought as the pacer did not get picked for their opening Group A match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy against India in Dubai today, a decision that raised quite a few eyebrows.
20 February 2025, 16:23 PM
Shakib’s Champions Trophy love affair ends in bitter silence
His absence had little to do with form or age. Off-field turmoil pulled him away. When the Awami League government fell on August 5, the political landscape shifted. Shakib, associated with the ruling party, was caught in the storm. The writing was on the wall.
19 February 2025, 07:30 AM
‘Mental health isn't quite valued in Bangladesh’
In an interview with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan, opening batter Mohammad Naim discussed his frustrations over missed opportunities and approach to overcoming setbacks, among other issues.
11 February 2025, 01:45 AM