BCB dismisses Nazmul Islam as head of finance after player boycott rocks Bangladesh Premier League

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has relieved Nazmul Islam of his duties as chairman of the board’s finance committee after the player boycott that halted several games in the country on Thursday, including two BPL games in Mirpur.

Match 25 of the Bangladesh Premier League between Chattogram Royals and Noakhali Express and match 26 between Sylhet Titans and Rajshahi Royals couldn't get underway after the teams didn't turn up for the fixtures. Four games in the Dhaka Cricket League were also affected.

"The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) wishes to inform that, following a review of recent developments and in the best interest of the organisation, the BCB President has decided to release Mr. Najmul Islam from his responsibilities as Chairman of the Finance Committee with immediate effect," the BCB said in a statement as quoted by ESPNCricinfo.

"The decision has been taken in accordance with the authority vested in the BCB President under Article 31 of the BCB Constitution and is aimed at ensuring the continued smooth and effective functioning of the Board's affairs. Until further notice, the BCB President will assume the role of Acting Chairman of the Finance Committee.

"The BCB reiterates that the interests of the cricketers remain its highest priority. The Board remains fully committed to upholding the honour and dignity of all players under its jurisdiction.

"In this regard, the BCB hopes that all cricketers will continue to display the highest standards of professionalism and dedication to the betterment of Bangladesh cricket during what is a challenging period for the game, and will do their utmost to ensure continued participation in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL)."

Notably, the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) had demanded Islam's resignation after he made hurtful comments against players, and threatened a boycott of all games in the nation: a move they made on Thursday.