BCB initiates investigation after doubtful concerns in domestic league

On Thursday the Bangladesh Cricket Board announced that they started an investigation into the domestic league cricket match. The match between Gulshan Cricket Club and Shinepukur Cricket Club of the Bashundhara Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League 2024-25 raised some concerns. Therefore, the BCB decided to initiate the investigation.

What happened?

The Bashundhara Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League 2024-25 match between Gulshan Cricket Club and Shinepukur Cricket Club was held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, on 9 April 2025. Rahim Ahmed attempted a shot against left-arm spinner Nihad Uz Zaman and came in the middle of the crease. After being beaten by the bowler, he did not even try to go back to the crease. He turned around and went back to the dressing room.

Later a similar incident happened when Minhajul Abedin Sabbir made no attempt to return to the crease despite having ample time. Gulshan’s keeper missed the stumps on first try and therefore Sabbir got enough time to go back to the crease to save his wicket.

All these incidents eventually forced the BCB to initiate an investigation surrounding the match. On Tuesday, the Bangladesh Cricket Board summoned both cricketers (Naeem and Sabbir) to the academy ground of the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium for the same.

What BCB says?

The BCB said in a media release, “The BCB wishes to reiterate its firm commitment to upholding the integrity of the game and maintaining the highest ethical standards in cricket. The Board has a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of corruption or misconduct that may compromise the spirit of the sport.”

The release added, “The BCB Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) and the League’s Technical Committee have promptly initiated an investigation into the alleged irregularities associated with the match.” It also mentioned, “The BCB remains committed to ensuring fairness and discipline in all cricketing activities under its jurisdiction and will take the necessary actions based on the findings of the investigation.”

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