Bangladesh Cricket Board Says World Cup Participation Makes No Difference to Its Finances
BCB finance chief says the board will neither profit nor lose if Bangladesh skips the T20 World Cup.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Finance Chief M. Nazmul Islam has made a striking statement amid the ongoing uncertainty over Bangladesh's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, declaring that the board stands to suffer "no profit or loss" whether the team plays or not. Speaking to reporters on January 14, 2026, Nazmul Islam emphasized that the financial impact would primarily affect the players, not the BCB itself, at least for this particular tournament.
The remarks come at a time when Bangladesh's involvement in the global showpiece remains unresolved due to internal disputes, administrative issues, and ongoing tensions within the board and team management. The T20 World Cup is set to begin in the coming weeks, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and the continued deadlock has raised serious questions about Bangladesh's potential absence from one of cricket's biggest events.
Nazmul Islam's blunt assessment has drawn attention for its apparent indifference to the sporting and national prestige implications of a boycott or withdrawal. By stating that the board faces no financial gain or loss, he shifted focus to the players, who would miss out on match fees, performance bonuses, and exposure on the global stage. The comment has intensified criticism of the BCB's handling of the crisis and reignited calls for swift resolution.
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The situation has been further complicated by past controversies involving Nazmul Islam, who had previously labelled former captain Tamim Iqbal an "Indian agent"—a remark that sparked widespread outrage. His latest statement is already being seen as another provocative intervention from the finance committee chairman, adding fuel to the ongoing debate about governance and priorities within Bangladeshi cricket.
With the tournament clock ticking and no clear resolution in sight, Bangladesh's participation hangs in the balance. The BCB continues to face mounting pressure from fans, former players, and cricket authorities to resolve the impasse and ensure the team's presence in what is one of the most anticipated events in the sport. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether Bangladesh will take the field or sit out the T20 World Cup.
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