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Mahbub Sarkar

Journalist
Sun, 31 Dec 23

Journalist

Will 'The Flower of Possibility' bloom in hockey?

Sports

Sun, 8 Dec 24

Will 'The Flower of Possibility' bloom in hockey?

When expectations meet achievements, satisfaction often follows. However, in the case of Bangladesh’s qualification for the Junior Hockey World Cup via the Junior Asia Cup, celebrating prematurely might be dangerous. The risks here cannot be measured on a Richter scale or a barometer. A cautionary tale can be found in the Women’s Junior Asia Cup, where Bangladesh lost their opening match to China by a staggering 17-0 margin. On the global stage, such powerhouses could be even more ruthless. Thus, while qualifying for the World Cup is undoubtedly a joyous occasion, it’s critical to remember that the team must be adequately prepared for the challenge ahead.

Mud-slinging in sports

Sports

Sat, 30 Nov 24

Mud-slinging in sports

A crucial tactic in Kabaddi is the ability to drag the raider down. This tendency to drag people behind is seen across various sectors in the country. Is this the reason why Kabaddi has been recognized as the national sport? The question might sound humorous, but it’s not irrelevant. If this statement offends you, take a deeper look into the sports sector, and the image of dragging people down from behind will become clear. This trend became evident after the formation of ad hoc committees in 9 national sports federations.

A legend’s family in distress – Where do we hide this shame?

Article

Fri, 15 Nov 24

A legend’s family in distress – Where do we hide this shame?

He was the highest-rated chess player in the country, the record holder for the most national championship titles, and the player who represented Bangladesh in the most Chess Olympiads. Above all, the late Ziaur Rahman was Bangladesh’s greatest chess player. Yet, just a few months after his passing in July, his family is now in financial distress. This tragic reality is enough to dissuade aspiring chess players from pursuing the game in this country.

Sports heritage lost in Old Dhaka

Sports

Sat, 9 Nov 24

Sports heritage lost in Old Dhaka

Play and sports are crucial for a child’s mental development. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), every person requires at least 9 square meters of open space, whether it’s a park or a field. This means that for 1,000 people, about 2.5 acres of open land is necessary. However, in a city as densely populated as Dhaka, such proportional open space is almost unimaginable. Currently, only about 16% of Dhaka's residents have access to even the minimum sports facilities. This alarming statistic was revealed at a discussion titled “Urban Sports Field Planning and Management in Bangladesh: Challenges and Way Forward.”

Men’s football disappointments, women’s persistent victories

Sports

Thu, 31 Oct 24

Men’s football disappointments, women’s persistent victories

It was like a wedding—grand festivities, vibrant celebrations. But the end was marked by heartbreak, like the sorrowful farewell of giving away a daughter. After the curtains fell on the SAFF Championship, the scene was fittingly similar in both Nepal and Bangladesh camps.

Cricket's journey on a quirky camel

Sports

Mon, 28 Oct 24

Cricket's journey on a quirky camel

According to Nazmul Abedin Fahim, "In Bangladesh's cricket culture, captains are not born; they are made." The effort to develop a captain for the Tigers has stumbled just eight months in, as reports suggest that Najmul Hossain Shanto will step down from captaincy across all formats after the Chattogram Test. What the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) plans to do in response to this unexpected issue remains to be seen; however, the comments from board director Nazmul Abedin Fahim indicate underlying complexities within the country's cricket.