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Mahbub Sarkar

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Let the ‘Hamza fever’ translate onto field
‘Hamza fever’
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Let the ‘Hamza fever’ translate onto field

Going by FIFA rankings, Bangladesh is at the bottom of Group ‘C’ in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. Yet, some believe they can rise from the depths—thanks to the presence of Hamza Choudhury. This footballing optimism seems to mirror the country’s cricketing aspirations. Before every major global tournament, the Tigers express their determination to do well, with some fans even dreaming of a semifinal berth! But in reality, they often bow out after defeats to lower-ranked teams. Perhaps this recurring disappointment stems from an overreliance on emotions rather than rational analysis.

Let the wound heal after the bleeding stops!
Let the wound heal after the bleeding stops!
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Let the wound heal after the bleeding stops!

As children, we often treated minor wounds by chewing Durba grass and applying it to the injury—a simple yet effective first-aid method. However, when a wound becomes infected and starts festering, mere first aid is no longer enough.

Abahani shines under pressure
Abahani shines under pressure
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Abahani shines under pressure

The charm of the past is no longer there—Abahani-Mohammedan now only exists as a skeleton of its once glorious legacy! Despite this situation, there are still some supporters who continue to follow the two popular clubs and keep themselves updated. Mazed Hossain Tutul, a resident of Azimpur, is one such person. Despite his busy schedule, he stays informed about Abahani's progress and, when time permits, enjoys conversations with friends, reminiscing about the club's glorious footballing past. Abahani's die-hard fans have been under pressure in recent seasons. The dominance of Bashundhara Kings on the field has overshadowed their beloved club. This pressure comes from watching Abahani's fading brilliance on the pitch.

Crisis hits women's football in Bangladesh
football in Bangladesh
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Crisis hits women's football in Bangladesh

For any footballer, qualifying for the World Cup is a dream. The Zambian footballers had dreams too. In the 1994 World Cup qualifiers, the country was playing outstanding football. On April 27, 1993, the Zambian national football team was traveling by special flight to Senegal for an away match. A horrific accident occurred, and all passengers aboard the plane perished, causing the loss of a generation full of football talent. Zambia, which had defeated Italy by 4-0 in the 1988 Olympics, still has not tasted the World Cup experience.

BPL’s glorious start, but a disappointing reality
BPL
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BPL’s glorious start, but a disappointing reality

When people talk about T20 cricket, most imagine a volley of fours and sixes, a festival of runs. On the first day of this year's Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), three out of the four innings in the two matches surpassed 190 runs. The promise of this season was distinct, and the start was definitely unusual for a domestic T20 league. But was it only the beginning? The tournament continues to present unusual scenarios, with a number of incidents that stand out. Unfortunately, most of these are not positive, but rather negative

Conflict in BCB: What form of cricket is this!
BCB
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Conflict in BCB: What form of cricket is this!

If Dr. Bhupen Hazarika were alive, he might have been embarrassed by the events unfolding in Bangladesh's sports arena! The renowned artist's song "This world is a playground," which includes the line "sports is a field of peace," does not seem to apply at all in the 149,210 square kilometers of this land. The National Sports Council (NSC) recognizes over 50 sports federations, but the message in that famous song by the Indian artist has not been established anywhere. This has already become evident in other sports federations, and now it is glaringly apparent in the recent events surrounding the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).