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Natore teen football sensation Aleya scores hat-trick in all three matches
From a remote farming village in Natore’s Lalpur upazila to becoming the brightest name in district-level women’s football — schoolgirl Aleya Khatun has captured attention with a stunning run of performances in the 'Notun Kuri Sports-2026' talent hunt tournament.
Italy-born Emilio Gay earns England Test call-up for New Zealand Series
England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have named a 15-member squad for the first Test against New Zealand, with 26-year-old opener Emilio Gay emerging as the standout inclusion.
Historic Pakistan triumph powers Bangladesh stars up ICC Test Rankings
Several Bangladesh cricketers have made significant progress in the latest ICC Test rankings following the team’s historic 104-run victory over Pakistan national cricket team in the opening Test of the series at Mirpur.
3-member election commission formed for BCB polls
Bangladesh Cricket Board has formed a three-member election commission for the 2026 BCB Board of Directors election, the board said in a press release on Wednesday (May 13).
Uncertainty over watching World Cup leaves Bangladeshi fans worried
State-owned Bangladesh Television has yet to secure broadcasting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns among football fans across the country. No private television channel or OTT platform has purchased the rights either . The tournament, featuring 48 teams for the first time, will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 .
Sweden reveal World Cup team without Kulusevski
Sweden have announced their final 26-member squad ahead of the upcoming World Cup. The big surprise in the team announced is the absence of Tottenham Hotspur star forward Dejan Kulusevski on Tuesday (May 12). The Swedes are finally going to start their World Cup mission without him as he has not fully recovered from a long-standing knee injury. The 26-year-old forward has been out of the field for the past year due to injury.
Second Test to be held in Sylhet, BCB announces squad
The venue for the second and final Test of the two-match series against Pakistan has been confirmed as Sylhet. Despite concerns over weather and speculation about a venue change, the BCB has confirmed that the match will take place in Sylhet as per the original schedule.
BCB announces car prize for best performer in Australia series
The tradition of awarding cars as recognition for individual achievements in Bangladesh cricket, once highly popular, is making a comeback after a long hiatus. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced that the best cricketer of the upcoming ODI and T20 series against Australia will be awarded a car.
Bangladesh records landmark test win over Pakistan
The Bangladesh national cricket team has won the Mirpur Test against the Pakistan national cricket team with extraordinary bowling. Pacer Nahid Rana became the hero of the match. He took 5 wickets in the second innings and brought the team victory.
Once everyone supported Awami League, now no one does: Shakib
World's best all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has made an open comment on Bangladesh's cricket and politics. The cricketer, who is currently staying in the United States with his family, recently spoke in an interview about his political position, the uncertainty of returning to the country, the future of the cricket board and personal experiences.