Dhaka, May 8: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has taken significant action against team officials, franchise owners, and several players for alleged involvement in corrupt activities during the 12th season of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL T20). These individuals face accusations of violating various provisions of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code for Participants.
The allegations stem from an investigation conducted by the BCB Integrity Unit (BCBIU). This inquiry focuses on alleged corruption, betting activities, and hindering anti-corruption investigations related to the BPL T20’s 12th season.
The investigation includes activities linked to betting, contacting for corruption, failing to comply with the ‘Demand Notice’ issued under Article 4.3 of the code, and concealing or destroying necessary communications. The accused include Mohammad Lablur Rahman (team manager), Mo. Touhidul Haque Touhid (co-owner of a franchise), Amit Majumdar (domestic cricketer), and Rizwan Kabir Siddiqui (team manager).
Co-owner Mo. Touhidul Haque Touhid has been found in violation of Article 2.4.6 for refusing to cooperate with the investigation by the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) regarding potential corrupt conduct without valid reason. This includes failing to comply with the ‘Demand Notice’ issued under Article 4.3 of the code. He has also been found in violation of Article 2.4.7, which pertains to obstructing or delaying the DACO’s investigation into potential corruption. This includes concealing, destroying, or tampering with relevant communications and information.
Domestic cricketer Amit Majumdar faces charges under Article 2.2.1 for engaging in betting related to match results, progress, operations, or any other aspect.
Mohammad Lablur Rahman is also charged under Article 2.4.6 for not cooperating with the DACO’s investigation into potential corruption without valid reason, including failing to comply with the ‘Demand Notice’ under Article 4.3. He is additionally accused of violating Article 2.4.7 for obstructing or delaying the DACO’s investigation.
Another team manager, Rizwan Kabir Siddiqui, is similarly charged under Article 2.2.1 for involvement in betting related to match outcomes, progress, operations, or other aspects. All accused individuals have been temporarily suspended and must respond to the allegations within 14 days of receiving the ‘Notice of Charges.’
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