BNP chairperson and former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia has passed away, leaving the nation in mourning. Alongside politics and the entertainment industry, the country’s cricket fraternity has also expressed deep sorrow over her death. Several former and current national team cricketers shared condolence messages on social media.
The namaz-e-janaza of Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki was held at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, sending a wave of grief across the country’s cricket fraternity amid the ongoing BPL.
Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki passed away on Saturday after suffering a heart attack during a pre-match practice session ahead of their BPL clash against Rajshahi Royals.
After multiple delays and setbacks, the 12th season of the Bangladesh Premier League, BPL, got underway on Friday at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, without the customary trophy unveiling.
Pakistan exacted revenge for their group stage defeat by securing a dominant 191-run victory over arch-rivals India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final on Sunday, November 21.
After investing heavily in football, golf and Formula One, Saudi Arabia is now seeking to expand its investment in cricket. As part of efforts to strengthen its cricketing structure, the Saudi Cricket Board approached Bangladesh for players and coaches. However, the Bangladesh Cricket Board, BCB, has rejected the proposal, citing national interest.