Dhaka, A two-member delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) visited here to review the situation ahead of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) elections scheduled for June 7.

STORY | ICC delegation visits Bangladesh ahead of BCB elections

A two-member ICC delegation visited Bangladesh to review the developments within the country’s cricket board BCB ahead of its scheduled election on June 7.

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The BCB is currently being run by an interim committee chaired by former opener Tamim Iqbal. Earlier, the National Sports Council dissolved the BCB administration led by Aminul Islam amid allegations of widespread irregularities.

The ICC stated in a release, ‘‘A two-member ICC delegation recently visited Bangladesh to review developments related to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and engage with various stakeholders. The delegation included ICC board directors Mohammad AS Moosajee (Cricket South Africa) and Tavengwa Mukuhlani (Zimbabwe Cricket).’’

According to the statement, ‘‘The ICC wishes to clarify that the delegation will apprise the ICC board of its findings at the appropriate time and will not comment to the media on this matter.’’ During Aminul Islam’s tenure, the BCB decided to withdraw from the T20 World Cup held in India. This step was taken after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) directed the removal of Kolkata Knight Riders’ fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from its IPL 2026 team.

Dhaka

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is a vibrant megacity with a rich history dating back to the 7th century, when it was part of the ancient Buddhist kingdom of Kamarupa. It rose to prominence as the Mughal capital of Bengal in the 17th century, becoming a major center for trade, particularly in fine muslin fabric. Today, it is a densely populated, bustling metropolis that blends historical landmarks like the Lalbagh Fort with modern urban life.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh is a South Asian country with a rich history, having been part of ancient Bengal, the Mughal Empire, and British India before becoming East Pakistan. It gained independence in 1971 after a brutal liberation war, and its capital, Dhaka, is known for its vibrant culture and landmarks like the Lalbagh Fort. Today, Bangladesh is celebrated for its lush river deltas, the Sundarbans mangrove forest, and a resilient cultural heritage blending Islamic, Hindu, and indigenous traditions.

India

India is a vast South Asian country with a rich and diverse cultural heritage spanning over 5,000 years, from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization to the present day. It is known for its major religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, as well as iconic landmarks such as the Taj Mahal, a 17th-century Mughal mausoleum. After British colonial rule, India became an independent nation in 1947 and is now the world’s most populous democracy, celebrated for its vibrant festivals, languages, and cuisine.

Kolkata

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a historic city in eastern India that served as the capital of British India from 1772 to 1911. It was a major center of the British East India Company’s trade and later became a hub of India’s cultural and intellectual renaissance, including the Bengal Renaissance. Today, it is known for its colonial architecture, vibrant arts scene, and landmarks like the Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge.