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Pakistan claims trophy with commanding victory over India
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.
BCB rejects Saudi request for Bangladeshi cricketers and coaches
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.
BPL adjusts opening-day fixtures for opening ceremony
The 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) will get underway on December 26 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Due to the opening ceremony, the BPL Event Technical Committee has revised the match schedule for the tournament’s opening day.
Jumar, Urmi make history by reaching Bangladesh Int’l Challenge Final
Bangladesh achieved a historic milestone in international badminton as Al-Amin Jumar and Urmi Akter became the first Bangladeshi pair to reach the mixed doubles final of the Yonex-Sunrise Bangladesh International Challenge.
FIFA World Cup Trophy to arrive Bangladesh on January 14
The Coca-Cola Company invites fans in Bangladesh to see the most coveted Trophy in the world ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, said a press release.
Bangladesh beats Sri Lanka to become group champions
Bangladesh U-19 team secured a place in the semi-finals of the ongoing Youth Asia Cup by winning the first two matches of the group stage. Azizul Hakim Tamim's team defeated Sri Lanka U-19 team in the last group match and entered the last four as group champions. Bangladesh's opponent in the semi-finals is the runner-up of the other group, Pakistan U-19 team.
BPL opening ceremony canceled due to security concerns
The opening ceremony of the upcoming 13th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) has been canceled.
Mustafizur joins KKR with record price ₹9.2cr
Bangladesh’s star left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman smashes the IPL auction records, joining Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a whopping ₹9.2 crore (base price of ₹2 crore) — the highest price ever for a Bangladeshi in the league.
Rishad makes Big Bash debut as second Bangladeshi after Shakib
Rishad Hossain has made his Big Bash League debut, becoming only the second Bangladeshi cricketer to feature in the tournament after Shakib Al Hasan. Rishad’s Hobart Hurricanes are taking on Sydney Thunder, with Hobart winning the toss and opting to bowl first.
Bangladesh defeat Nepal by 7 wickets
Bangladesh continued their winning run in the Under-19 Asia Cup by defeating Nepal by seven wickets in Dubai, securing their second consecutive victory under the leadership of Azizul Hakim Tamim. The win strengthened Bangladesh’s position on the path to the semi-finals.