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Why today BPL 2026 match cancelled?: Bangladesh cricket witnessed a dark day today, one that no one could have imagined. The highly anticipated match of theBangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2026, scheduled to be played between Chattogram Royals and Noakhali Express at 12:30 PM, was postponed due to the players not taking the field.
Only the match referee was present on the field, while neither of the two teams arrived at the venue. What exactly happened that led the players to boycott the match? Let's find out the main reasons behind this entire controversy.
Why Are Bangladesh Cricketers Boycotting BPL 2026?
Controversial Statement by BCB Director Najmul Islam
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The real root of the controversy lies in a recent statement by BCB (Bangladesh Cricket Board) Director and Finance Committee Chairman, Najmul Islam. Speaking to the media, he said:
"If Bangladesh does not play in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, the board will not suffer any loss, only the players will. The board will not compensate for this loss."
The players felt that the board did not care about them and considered them mere pawns. This statement added fuel to the fire.
Demand for Resignation and Violation of the 'Deadline'
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The Bangladeshi cricketers were so hurt by this insult that they demanded the resignation of BCB Director Najmul Islam before 1:00 PM. The players warned that if he did not resign, they would boycott all formats of cricket. When the resignation did not come by the stipulated time, the captains refused to go for the toss, and the match was halted.
Allegations and Insults: The "Indian Agent" Controversy
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The controversy was not limited to the World Cup alone. Recently, when Tamim Iqbal spoke about improving cricket relations between the two countries after KKR released Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL, Nazmul Islam mocked him by calling him an 'Indian agent'. This public humiliation of a senior player did not sit well with the Bangladeshi cricketers.
CWAB's Emergency Press Conference
The Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) called an online press conference on this issue. Senior cricketer Mohammad Mithun clearly stated that Nazmul Islam's statements had crossed the limits of tolerance. The players say this is a fight for their dignity and respect.
BCB’s Official Response: A Case of Personal vs Board Statements
Amidst this tension, the Bangladesh Cricket Board issued an official statement distancing itself from Nazmul Islam's statements. The board stated that
- The board is only responsible for statements made by its official spokesperson.
- Nazmul's statement will be considered 'personal'.
However, the players are not satisfied with the board's explanation. They believe the board should have taken strict action against its director to protect the players' honor.
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