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Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal opens up on his transition into cricket administration after a heart attack, Bangladesh’s fast bowling rise, the future of India-Bangladesh relations, the growing influence of T20 leagues. bangladesh cricket board's interim president also shares his vision to restore Bangladesh cricket’s reputation, which has taken a beating after they decided to pull out from the T20 World Cup.

Former Pakistan Test batter Haroon Rasheed highlighted India's success due to long-term planning and a strong domestic system. He contrasted this with Pakistan's struggles stemming from inconsistency, frequent leadership changes, and an outdated domestic structure, warning of further decline if reforms aren't implemented.

Pakistan's opening pair, Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub, have been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia due to injuries. Both left-handers are undergoing rehabilitation under the PCB medical panel, with Fakhar reportedly suffering from a knee issue and Saim an aggravated ankle injury. Their absence opens doors for other players to step in.

Shan Masood acknowledged his Test captaincy is now out of his hands following Bangladesh's historic 2-0 series sweep over Pakistan. The defeat, Pakistan's 12th in 16 Tests under Masood, has intensified scrutiny, with the skipper deferring captaincy decisions to the PCB and apologising to fans for the disappointing results against Bangladesh.

Former captain Tamim Iqbal, now heading an interim BCB committee, expressed disappointment over Bangladesh's mishandled exclusion from the T20 World Cup 2026. He believes the previous administration failed to find a compromise with the ICC, costing the country a valuable opportunity. Tamim also emphasized the strong relationship between the BCB and BCCI, assuring India of Bangladesh's safety for future tours.

Salman Agha was officially reprimanded by the ICC for hitting an advertising board with his bat after his dismissal during Pakistan’s second Test against Bangladesh national cricket team in Sylhet. He received one demerit point, his second offence in 24 months. Pakistan also suffered a 78-run defeat as Bangladesh completed a historic 2-0 series sweep.

In a historic move, the BCCI has appointed three former India women cricketers – Nooshin Al Khadeer, Sunetra Paranjpe, and Vellaswamy Ramu Vanitha – as specialist coaches for women's cricket at its Bengaluru Centre of Excellence. This significant development aims to bolster the future of Indian women's cricket by building bench strength and providing expert guidance.

Masood has led Pakistan in Tests since December 2023. Under him, Pakistan have lost 11 of their 15 matches.

Former England Test captain Mike Smith has passed away at the age of 92. Known as MJK, he played 50 Tests for England, captaining on 25 occasions, and also represented England in rugby union. Smith amassed nearly 40,000 first-class runs and served as Warwickshire chairman.

In a statement, the BCB said the charges came after investigations carried out by the bangladesh cricket board Integrity Unit (BCBIU). The probe looked into alleged corrupt conduct, betting activities, lack of cooperation in anti-corruption investigations and attempts to obstruct investigations linked to the BPL.

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal tells TOI that other boards are starting leagues for revenue as bilaterals are not adding enough value, allays fears over depreciating media rights value next year, and maintains that BCCI will maintain good relations with boards after the Mustafizur Rahman fiasco.

Bangladesh secured a commanding 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test in Dhaka. A late collapse saw Pakistan lose seven wickets in the final session. Nahid Rana's exceptional bowling performance was key to Bangladesh's win. This marks Pakistan's first-ever Test defeat in Bangladesh. The series continues with the second Test in Sylhet.

Pakistan introduces new talent for the opening Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka. Abdullah Fazal and Azan Awais receive their maiden Test caps. This move comes as Babar Azam is sidelined with a knee injury. The team aims to rebuild with a younger batting core. Pakistan captain Shan Masood won the toss and elected to field first.

Bevon Jacobs smashed an unbeaten 62 off 31 balls as New Zealand beat Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-shortened third T20 to level the series 1-1. Chasing 103, New Zealand recovered from 33-4 to win comfortably. Earlier, Bangladesh collapsed after the rain break, losing seven wickets for 39 runs. Josh Clarkson starred with 3-9, while Ish Sodhi became New Zealand’s highest T20I wicket-taker with 165 scalps.

Bangladesh have prioritised player fitness after the ODI series against New Zealand, ruling Mustafizur Rahman out of PSL 2026 due to injury and sending him for scans and rehab. Nahid Rana has also been held back to prepare for the Pakistan Tests. With key pacers rested, Bangladesh named a fresh T20I squad for the New Zealand series, handing debut call-ups to Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and including Ripon Mondal to test new talent.

Pakistan have named a 16-man squad for the Bangladesh Tests, led by Shan Masood, with Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach. Sitting fifth in the WTC, they aim to improve against eighth-placed Bangladesh. Four uncapped players are included, alongside senior stars. A Karachi camp precedes the May 8 start, with matches in Dhaka and Sylhet.

Pakistan have announced a 16-member squad for their upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, led by captain Shan Masood. The revamped side includes four uncapped players, aiming to improve their position in the ICC World Test Championship. The series begins May 8, with a new coaching setup also in place.

PCB banned Muzarabani from the PSL for two years. "In this instance, despite a clear offer and an unequivocal acceptance of essential terms, the player chose to disregard these obligations in favor of a conflicting arrangement," PCB said in a statement, as cited by the Cricbuzz.

The current president of BCB, Aminul Islam Bulbul was removed by the country's National Sports Council (NSC), which formed an ad-hoc committee to run the day-to-day affairs till fresh elections are held.

bangladesh cricket board announces leadership continuity for ODIs and T20Is until 2027 and 2028 respectively, alongside appointing a new spin coach. However, administrative turmoil escalates with multiple director resignations, prompting speculation of a potential board dissolution. Meanwhile, the BCB seeks to mend strained relations with the BCCI following recent disputes.

Bangladesh cricket is facing chaos, with off-field controversies overshadowing the sport. Aftab Ahmed criticised mismanagement, political influence, and media hype, calling it a “circus.” The cricket board’s dissolution and a politically linked new committee added to concerns. He mocked the situation, saying it’s more spectacle than sport, adding: “Cricket doesn’t exist anymore; the circus does.”

The meeting took place after a communication had earlier been sent to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding upcoming bilateral tours and cooperation.

The bangladesh cricket board has reached out to the BCCI to explore new avenues of cricketing cooperation, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties. This comes after a period of strained relations, but recent diplomatic improvements suggest a positive outlook for future engagements between the two nations.

A government probe found widespread irregularities in the bangladesh cricket board elections. Vote-rigging, coercion, and bias were uncovered. The election process was neither free nor transparent. The government has moved to dissolve the BCB board. A new ad hoc committee will oversee the BCB for three months. Tamim Iqbal has been appointed as the new BCB president.

Seven out of 25 directors have already stepped down, including four who resigned after Saturday’s board meeting. The exits have increased uncertainty around the future of the current administration.

Fakhar Zaman has quashed retirement rumours, denying any plans to move to the USA or step away from T20 internationals. Despite a recent ban and fitness concerns, sources close to the cricketer confirm his commitment to representing Pakistan, with aspirations for the 2028 T20 World Cup and the Los Angeles Olympics.

The development comes at a time when Bangladesh authorities were reviewing a ban on IPL telecast. With the deal now terminated, there is no immediate option for the tournament to return to television screens in the country.

Pakistan's star pacer Naseem Shah faces scrutiny from the cricket board due to mounting fitness concerns and recent off-field conduct. Having been fined a record amount for social media comments, his latest side strain has sidelined him from the PSL, raising questions about his career trajectory and dedication. He's now set for a medical evaluation and rehabilitation.

In a statement issued on Monday, the board said it had been in touch with the Ministry of Youth & Sports and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before taking a decision.

bangladesh cricket board expresses concern over potential government interference after the sports ministry formed an investigation committee into last year's board elections. The BCB warned this could raise governance issues with the ICC and seeks clarification from the National Sports Council before any formal action. The elections themselves have been marred by controversy and allegations of manipulation.