bangladesh cricket

Rules bend, reputations break

It's not just the board that's been caught napping. Hridoy’s own attitude throws up red flags about a wider issue.

BCB’s new era, same old rot

The situation, both on and off the field, is disheartening. The national team’s struggles, coupled with ongoing match-fixing allegations and administrative chaos in the domestic arena, mirror the dysfunction of the previous regime Faruque promised to reform.

Mushfiqur’s slump deepens Bangladesh’s batting crisis

He is five Tests away from becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to reach the 100-Test milestone — a landmark achievement. But milestones alone cannot justify selection if current form continues to deteriorate. 

Shanto blames ‘mental lapses’ as home woes mount

During the current ICC World Test Championship cycle, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) opted for a significant shift -- moving away from spin-friendly pitches to more balanced, sporting wickets for home Tests. The change came after years of criticism, with many arguing that doctored pitches may ha

Realisations aplenty, execution zero

Experience seems to have made Bangladesh batter Mominul Haque wiser, but only with his words, not with his execution on the field. 

Meet the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team

These are the warriors of the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team. And they play for dignity!

Lack of buzz surrounds first Zimbabwe Test in Sylhet

Tickets, sold only at the stadium counters this time from 9:00 am today, saw no real rush. Even by afternoon, sales staff were seen idling, with only a trickle of buyers despite prices ranging modestly from Tk 50 to 500.

Liton’s ‘PSL mission over’ due to injury

Bangladesh wicketkeeper-batter Liton Das’ first Pakistan Super League (PSL) stint ended even before the player could take the field for Karachi Kings. Liton suffered a finger injury during a practice session and will be returning to the country today.

BCB launches investigation into alleged irregularities in DPL match

The Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) and the Dhaka Premier League's (DPL) Technical Committee launched an investigation into the alleged irregularities associated with a DPL match between Gulshan Cricket Club and Shinepukur Cricket Club.

April 10, 2025
April 10, 2025

‘Filthy games’ fuel Imrul's fury over controversial DPL incident

The moment, captured on video and widely circulated, triggered widespread disbelief. But for Kayes, the incident symbolised a deeper crisis.

April 9, 2025
April 9, 2025

Selectors stick to tried and tested for first Zimbabwe Test

Chief selector Gazi Ashraf Lipu talked about the lack of experimentation in this series, which had been expected as it is not part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle.

April 4, 2025
April 4, 2025

PSL-bound Rishad wants to be third-time lucky

With his confidence high and ambitions set, Rishad is ready to embrace the PSL challenge, hoping that this time, luck will finally be on his side.

March 29, 2025
March 29, 2025

‘We have to find a Bangladeshi way of playing cricket’

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan, Phil Simmons talked about his motivation behind taking up the job for a long term, his assessment of the Tigers’ performance in the Champions Trophy and his vision with the side in the coming years.

March 22, 2025
March 22, 2025

BCB set to provide NOCs for all PSL-bound players

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is all set to provide NOCs (No Objection Certificate) to all three of their cricketers -- Liton Das, Nahid Rana, and Rishad Hossain -- to feature in the upcoming Pakistan Super League, scheduled to run from April 11 till May 18.

March 21, 2025
March 21, 2025

Ban lifted but Shakib’s international future remains uncertain

Shakib Al Hasan has successfully overturned his bowling ban and is once again allowed to bowl in competitive cricket, however, the uncertainties surrounding his international future are still very much present.

March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025

Shakib cleared of suspect bowling action

Confirming the news to Cricbuzz, Shakib expressed his delight at being allowed to resume bowling.

March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025

Time for the experienced bunch to finally step up

Who are the seniors in Bangladesh cricket?

March 13, 2025
March 13, 2025

‘You’ve inspired a generation’: Players react to Mahmudullah's retirement

Having earlier ended his Test and T20I career, Mahmudullah took his final bow from ODIs yesterday.

March 6, 2025
March 6, 2025

Mushfiqur retires from ODIs

Bangladesh’s veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim drew the curtain on his ODI career, announcing the decision on his social media page late last night.