Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has been appointed the youngest president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) after the National Sports Council (NSC) dissolved the board following an investigation into election irregularities.
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The decision came after a probe into the October elections revealed procedural violations, according to NSC sports director Mohammed Aminul Ahesan.
Tamim, 37, will head an 11-member ad hoc committee tasked with overseeing the board’s affairs. The committee includes former Bangladesh captain Minhajul Abedin and former international cricketer and commentator Athar Ali Khan, along with several other officials.
“We have informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that this board was not properly formed and is unable to function effectively,” Ahesan said, expressing confidence that the ICC would support the move.
The previous BCB leadership, headed by Aminul Islam, had faced criticism after Bangladesh declined to participate in this year’s Twenty20 World Cup in India, citing security concerns. The team was subsequently replaced by Scotland in the tournament.
Looking ahead, Bangladesh is scheduled to host New Zealand in a bilateral series starting April 17, featuring three one-day internationals, three T20 matches, and two Test matches.
Tamim’s appointment marks a significant leadership shift for Bangladesh cricket, as the board seeks to restore credibility and stability following the controversy.
