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Bulbul begins BCB tenure with decentralisation drive

In his address, the former Bangladesh captain stressed the urgent need to launch four new development programmes. However, there were no discussions about elections or constitutional reforms.

5h ago

Caught in a perfect storm, Tigers grasping at straws

Consecutive defeats on the ground, chaos at the board and regression in the rankings -- all have combined to create a perfect storm for Bangladesh cricket in the last few days, one that has left fans, and the players, grasping at straws to somehow keep their love for the game and the Bangladesh team from fading into oblivion.

5h ago

‘Faruque removed for performance, not corruption’

Youth and Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud has clarified that the removal of Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed was driven by performance issues, not allegations of corruption.

16h ago

ICC has welcomed Faruque’s removal: Sports adviser

He has also clarified that the removal of Faruque Ahmed was driven by performance issues, not allegations of corruption.

18h ago

Shoriful ruled out of third Pakistan T20I

Bangladesh pacer Shoriful Islam will not be available for tomorrow’s third and final T20I against Pakistan and will be out of action for at least two weeks due to a muscle injury, a Bangladesh Cricket Board press release confirmed today. 

19h ago

'Life moves on': Rabada eyes WTC final after drug ban

The 30-year-old Rabada can resume playing for his country in June, after being named in South Africa's squad for the World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's from June 11 to 15.

20h ago

Bangladesh slip to 10th in T20I rankings

After losing the first two matches of the three-match T20I series against Pakistan, Bangladesh have slipped to No. 10 in the ICC Men’s T20I rankings in the latest rankings update.

1d ago

India's in-form Sudharsan to draw on county stints for England Tests

In-form Sai Sudharsan will draw on county cricket experience as he switches from the IPL to the five-day game for his first Test tour with India when they travel to England.

1d ago

NSC cancels Faruque’s BCB directorship

The National Sports Council (NSC) revoked president Faruque Ahmed’s directorship from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) yesterday, after eight of the nine board of directors at the BCB sent a no confidence letter against Faruque earlier in the day.

2d ago

Hazlewood helps RCB thrash Punjab to reach IPL final

Australia's Josh Hazlewood returned figures of 3-21 to help Royal Challengers Bengaluru storm into the Indian Premier League final with a eight-wicket thrashing of Punjab Kings on Thursday.

2d ago

NSC cancels Faruque’s BCB directorship

The National Sports Council has revoked president Faruque Ahmed’s directorship from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) after eight board directors sent a letter of no confidence against Faruque to NSC earlier in the day.

2d ago

BCB directors send letter of No Confidence against Faruque, seek removal

Eight board directors of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have jointly sent a letter of no confidence against current BCB president Faruque Ahmed to the Ministry of Youth and Sports today and asked the ministry to revoke Faruque’s membership in the board.

2d ago

Coin toss decides title for Cumilla Modern High School

According to the tournament bylaws, when a final match is washed out without meeting the minimum play conditions, a coin toss determines the champion. Luck smiled on Cumilla, as the toss went their way, handing them the title.

2d ago

‘No reason to step down’, says Faruque

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Faruque Ahmed has stated that he has no intention of stepping down from his role, despite growing criticism and internal pressure.

2d ago

Bulbul 'agrees' to take over BCB president's post

Aminul Islam Bulbul is coming to the Bangladesh Cricket Board as its president, the former national team captain himself confirmed to The Daily Star.

3d ago

Tigers begin SL Test preparation, Taskin hopeful

A key aspect of the preparations will be adapting to the slightly spin-friendly pitch at Galle, where the first Test is scheduled to begin on June 17.

3d ago

BCB presidency set for change?

Speculation is rife that a leadership reshuffle could take place ahead of the BCB's emergency meeting on May 31, with former Bangladesh captain and ICC official Aminul Islam Bulbul emerging as the frontrunner to take over the reins.

3d ago

Playoffs beckon as Kohli chases IPL glory

Kohli's Royal Challengers Bengaluru face table-toppers Punjab Kings on Thursday in Mullanpur after securing second place by chasing 228 to beat Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday.

3d ago