Government Intervenes in BCB Again, Faruk to Be Replaced by Bulbul

Sports Desk

The interim government is once again set to make changes to the top position of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), which is completely against ICC guidelines. If the rumors are true, Faruk Ahmed will be removed before Eid, and Aminul Islam Bulbul will be appointed as the new president.

Nine months ago, after the fall of the government, Faruk was brought into the BCB through the National Sports Council. Later, he was made president under government influence. At that time, councilors Jalal Yunus and Ahmed Sazzadul Alam, nominated by the Sports Council, were removed.

Over these nine months, Faruk has been embroiled in one controversy after another, becoming a contentious figure. His financial irregularities have also been under discussion. However, the direct influence behind these irregularities lies with Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud.

The conflict between the two began when Faruk announced his intention to run for re-election as BCB president in the upcoming election. Asif believes Faruk is slipping out of his control, prompting him to take steps to remove Faruk. Meanwhile, Aminul Islam Bulbul, who is known to be pro-BNP, has been working for the ICC, but his tenure is set to expire this month.

With his term likely ending, Bulbul, who had previously shown support for the anti-government movement, has re-established contact with the government. Recently, he returned to the country. After discussions, it has been learned that he is set to take over as BCB president. The former captain may serve in this role for the next four months.

On the other hand, ICC regulations state that no government can interfere in an elected cricket board. If such interference occurs, the board could face suspension. Previously, cricket boards like Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe faced temporary bans. However, the BCB might find a way around this through a loophole in the constitution that allows nominations from the Sports Council.