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BCB clears women's U19 selection, awaits committee report on Jahanara’s allegations
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday stated that it had found no irregularities in the selection process of the under-19 women’s cricket team following a review, while also noting that its five-member Inquiry Committee is currently examining additional matters, including issues raised by former national captain Jahanara Alam.
15 November 2025, 12:43 PM
Jahanara allegations: BCB adds two new members to inquiry committee
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has expanded the inquiry committee formed to investigate allegations of sexual harassment made by former women's team captain Jahanara Alam, BCB said in a press release on Wednesday.
12 November 2025, 13:07 PM
When will women athletes get safe space in Bangladesh?
Former Bangladesh women’s cricket team captain Jahanara Alam’s recent allegations of sexual harassment have sparked widespread discussion in the country’s sporting community. While women athletes in Bangladesh continue to face various forms of harassment, many remain hesitant to speak out -- largely due to the absence of a secure and supportive environment.
11 November 2025, 15:22 PM
Two silver jubilees later, decentralisation still a promise
In less than five months, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul has led two silver jubilee celebrations -- 25th anniversary of Test status on June 26 and 25 years of the country's inaugural Test match on Monday -- and decentralization has been an important theme at both events.
11 November 2025, 02:00 AM
BFF condemns Asif Akbar’s 'derogatory' remarks on football
Terming the recent remarks made by Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Asif Akbar about football as “extremely derogatory, insulting, and alarming,” the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has formally condemned the comments in a letter addressed to BCB president Aminul Islam Bulbul on Monday.
10 November 2025, 12:27 PM
Football community condemns Asif Akbar’s remarks, demands apology
Bangladesh's football community has strongly condemned singer Asif Akbar, a newly elected director of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), for his derogatory comments about football and its players.
10 November 2025, 05:15 AM
BCB pledges ‘zero tolerance’ regardless of rank if Jahanara allegations proven true
As new developments emerge, the committee will have their work cut out to provide a report while ensuring there is no interference from any quarters of the BCB.
10 November 2025, 02:00 AM
TIB urges BCB to adopt gender-sensitive safeguarding policy
TIB called on the BCB to immediately establish an independent, gender-sensitive complaints and redress committee and adopt ICC-compliant safeguarding measures.
9 November 2025, 18:28 PM
BCB puts four officials on OSD after Jahanara’s harassment allegations
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday night placed four officials on special duty (OSD) over their suspected complicity in incidents of harassment alleged by former national women’s team skipper Jahanara Alam.
9 November 2025, 07:32 AM
BCB aims to strengthen decentralisation with cricket conference
BCB president Aminul Islam Bulbul said the event will help guide future investments in facilities, wickets, and ensure female participation.
9 November 2025, 03:48 AM
Women’s cricket in decline in Jashore despite national-level stars
Once a promising hub for women's cricket, Jashore is now witnessing a gradual decline of the sport among female players. The district suffers from a lack of dedicated playgrounds, qualified female trainers, coaching centres, and basic facilities – all contributing to the fading dreams of aspiring women cricketers.
9 November 2025, 03:00 AM
Jahanara allegations: BCB forms 3-member probe panel, led by Retired Justice Tariq ul Hakim
Allegations made by Jahanara have rocked the country's sporting fraternity, with many calling for an independent investigation, including former Bangladesh skippers Mashrafe Bin Mortaza, Tamim Iqbal and Mushfiqur Rahim.
8 November 2025, 17:06 PM
Manjurul willing to face investigation
Former head coach of the Bangladesh women’s cricket team, Monjurul Islam, has said he will face any forthcoming investigation and present his side of the story after being accused of sexual harassment by former national team captain Jahanara Alam.
7 November 2025, 15:47 PM
Financial safeguards in place, but integrity unchecked
While the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has implemented financial safeguards to prevent a repeat of last season's payment fiasco in the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), it has been far less proactive on the issue of ensuring the league's integrity.
7 November 2025, 03:00 AM
BCB to form committee to investigate Jahanara’s harassment allegations
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided to form a committee to investigate the harassment allegations made by former national women’s team skipper Jahanara Alam.
6 November 2025, 18:47 PM
Five BPL franchises confirmed
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) governing council of the Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed on Thursday the list of participating franchises for the forthcoming edition of the BPL T20.
6 November 2025, 12:23 PM
BCB confirms Salahuddin’s resignation
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that national team’s senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin has submitted his resignation letter to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and is set to step down from the post following this month’s home series against Ireland.
5 November 2025, 11:37 AM
Salahuddin quits BCB coaching role
The 53-year-old coach admitted that he was “not enjoying” his current role.
5 November 2025, 06:34 AM
Bangladesh cricket: Is the old culture of interference back?
BCB president Aminul Islam Bulbul has stated that he will “intervene” from the Ireland series onwards to improve the team’s performance.
5 November 2025, 05:39 AM
Beyond technique: Ashraful focuses on the mental side
Few understand Bangladesh’s persistent batting woes better than Ashraful.
5 November 2025, 04:21 AM