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BCB clears umpire Saikat’s contract confusion
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has clarified the reasons behind ICC Elite Panel umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat's ending of contract with the board, addressing recent speculation surrounding the issue.
Bangladesh announce HP T20 squad for Malaysia series
The Malaysia national cricket team will arrive in Bangladesh on Wednesday to play a series comprising two Twenty20 Internationals and three 50-over matches.
World Cup return to Africa a landmark moment for cricket: Graeme Smith
After a long gap of 24 years, the ICC ODI World Cup is returning to African soil. Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has described the 2027 edition as a 'landmark moment' for cricket.
Infantino faces backlash as US media claims he sought Trump's support
FIFA, football's world governing body, has faced widespread criticism over a plan to sell a share of the World Cup's commercial rights to private investors. Under fire, the organisation eventually abandoned the plan. But the pressure has not eased on FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The US media outlet New York Post has claimed he is trying to secure the support of US President Donald Trump to shore up his position.
UAE likely venue for Women's Asia Cup, ACC yet to publish schedule
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has yet to publish the official schedule, venue and timings for the 2026 Women's Asia Cup T20, although preparations for hosting the tournament are in their final stages. However, cricket news outlet Cricinfo has reported that the tournament, expected to begin later this month, is most likely to be held in the United Arab Emirates.
Serbia, Sweden join Wales in withdrawing support for Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing growing pressure. After FIFA's commercial proposal was scrapped, one national football association after another has expressed no-confidence in him. Following Wales's lead, Serbia and Sweden have now withdrawn their support for Infantino's re-election bid for a new term. Meanwhile, the English Football Association is also set to make the same decision.
Govt reveals plan to bring Mbappe to Bangladesh
The government has expressed its desire to bring French World Cup-winning star footballer Kylian Mbappe to Bangladesh on the occasion of the 'Prime Minister's Gold Cup' national football competition.
Umpire Saikat's resignation made effective one year after submission
The contract of international elite umpire Sharafuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has come to an end. Although he had submitted his resignation on April 21, 2025, it was made effective nearly a year later, in April 2026.
Infantino loses support of Wales FA amid FIFA investment plan fallout
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing mounting pressure over his leadership of international football. The Football Association of Wales has announced its withdrawal of support for his candidature for the 2027-2031 term as FIFA president. This marks the first formal vote of no confidence against Infantino by any national football association.
Bangladesh begin practice in Australia
Ahead of the Australia tour, the Bangladesh national cricket team has begun their first practice session in Darwin. After the first day's practice, experienced left-arm spinner Taijul Islam said the tour has started positively and the team has been able to prepare well.