Two Former BPL Officials Charged Under ICC Anti‑Corruption Code

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced on Thursday that it has formally charged two men who were once behind the scenes of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The accused? Md Abdul Kayum Rashed, who owned the Chattogram Royals in the 2024‑25 edition, and Md Amin Khan, a former official with Durbar Rajshahi in 2024‑25 who later joined the Royals for the 2025‑26 season.

According to a statement released by the board, both men are alleged to have breached the ICC’s Anti‑Corruption Code on several counts – ranging from “corrupt conduct” and failing to disclose relevant information, to actively obstructing investigations. The BCB’s Integrity Unit (BCBIU) says the offences stem from activities during the two most recent BPL campaigns.

In a move that mirrors a broader crackdown, the BCBIU earlier this month slapped a raft of franchise owners, players and officials with similar charges. Even a former BCB director, Muhammad Mukhlesur Rahman, found himself named in the list of accused. It’s clear the board is trying to send a strong message that any hint of misconduct will be met with swift action.

Both Rashed and Khan have been provisionally suspended and have been handed formal Notices of Charge. They now have 14 days to file a response – a window that gives them a chance to contest the allegations, but also puts pressure on them to cooperate.

These developments arrive at a turbulent time for the BPL. President Tamim Iqbal has warned that the league cannot go ahead unless its lingering financial woes are sorted out, and the recent spate of corruption allegations only adds to the pressure.

The BCB said it will not comment further on the matter while the investigation proceeds. For now, the cricketing world watches closely as the board works to clean up the sport’s reputation in Bangladesh.