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Bangladesh-Sri Lanka women's series trophy unveiled in Rajshahi
The trophy for the three-match ODI series between the Bangladesh and Sri Lanka women's teams was unveiled in Rajshahi on Sunday, April 19. The trophy was unveiled at an event held at the Rajshahi Divisional Stadium at noon by Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty and Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu.
171 more athletes added to govt allowance scheme
The government has expanded its athlete allowance programme, bringing an additional 171 athletes under the scheme in its second phase, raising the total number of beneficiaries to 300.
Real Sociedad stun Atlético in shootout to claim Copa glory
Real Sociedad won the Copa del Rey after defeating Atlético Madrid in a dramatic penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw after extra time in Seville.
Mirpur, Sylhet to host Pakistan Tests in May
Bangladesh will host Pakistan for a two-match Test series next month, with matches scheduled in Mirpur and Sylhet as part of the ICC World Test Championship.
Captains treated like kings, others like commoners: Tapash Baisya
Former Bangladesh pacer Tapash Baisya has sharply criticised the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) newly introduced “Captains Card” initiative, calling it discriminatory and damaging to team unity.
Bangladesh lose to second-string New Zealand in first ODI
Despite raising hopes of victory in the first one-day international at Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh ultimately suffered a defeat. Due to a lack of batting consistency, the Tigers fell behind 1-0 in the three-match series.
Zaima Rahman at Mirpur stadium to watch Bangladesh match
Zaima Rahman, daughter of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, was present at the stadium to watch Bangladesh’s match against New Zealand in the opening game of a three-match ODI series.
2026 T20 World Cup hit by match-fixing scrutiny
The International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) is investigating a match involving Canada at the 2026 T20 World Cup over alleged match-fixing, alongside broader corruption allegations linked to Cricket Canada.
Bangladesh sent to bowl first in 1st ODI against New Zealand
Bangladesh were sent to the field after losing the toss in the first ODI of the three-match series against New Zealand.
Lionel Messi becomes owner of Spanish club UE Cornellà
Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi has entered club ownership, acquiring historic Catalan side UE Cornellà, the club confirmed in an official statement.