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Bangladesh Premier League Will Not Take Place This Season: BCB President Tamim Iqbal
Tamim Iqbal said the board has lost about 40 crore taka in two years and wants payment and guarantee reforms before approving another season.
- Bangladesh Cricket Board President Tamim Iqbal confirmed the 2026 Bangladesh Premier League is unlikely to take place this year as the board pursues structural reforms and financial restructuring.
- The board has incurred losses of around 40 crore taka over the last two years, with persistent payment disputes and match-fixing allegations prompting Tamim to halt the current tournament model.
- Tamim believes greater involvement from established overseas franchises could significantly boost credibility, though the board must first assess whether current policies support international franchise participation.
- Confirming the tournament will return in an improved state, Tamim stated he does not want to rush; if structural improvements require 12 months, he is willing to take that time.
- The BPL traditionally occupies the December-January window, and this pause signals the BCB's commitment to building a sustainable, profitable model rather than hosting the tournament annually by default.
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Bangladesh Premier League will not take place this season: BCB President Tamim Iqbal
The last edition of the competition in May was beset by several issues. One player was charged with match-fixing while several matches were re-scheduled after domestic cricketers boycotted them in response to BCB official Nazmul Islam criticising their financial value.
·Chennai, India
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Pakistan Live NewsBangladesh Premier League will not take place this season, says BCB president
Aug 20 - The Bangladesh Premier League will not take place this season, the country's cricket board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal told reporters on Thursday, citing various issues that plagued the previous seasons including allegations of match fixing and corruption. Read more at straitstimes.com.
·Singapore, Singapore
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