The Bangladesh Cricket Board has firmly dismissed accusations made by fast bowler Jahanara Alam regarding physical abuse within the women's national cricket team. Alam, who last played international cricket in December 2024, alleged in an interview with Kaler Kantho that captain Nigar Sultana Joty had physically assaulted teammates. The BCB described these claims as baseless, fabricated, and entirely without truth. The board expressed disappointment that such allegations surfaced when the women's team is demonstrating notable progress and unity internationally. Bangladesh recently competed in the 2025 Women's World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, finishing seventh among eight teams. The BCB emphasized complete confidence in the team's leadership, players, and management, stating no evidence supports the allegations. Sultana, who has scored 1,474 runs in 60 ODI innings, performed solidly during the tournament. The women's team is currently resting before a scheduled tour to India in December.
BCB Rejects Allegations and Backs Team Leadership
The Bangladesh Cricket Board issued a strong statement categorically refuting the allegations, calling them derogatory and scandalous. The board suggested the timing and nature of these comments were deliberate and ill-intentioned, seemingly aimed at undermining team spirit and confidence. Officials expressed disappointment that someone currently uninvolved in Bangladesh cricket plans chose to make such misleading public statements. The BCB declared complete trust in the women's national team leadership, players, and management, emphasizing that no evidence supports any claims made. During the 2025 Women's World Cup, Bangladesh secured victory only against Pakistan but delivered competitive performances against England, South Africa, and Sri Lanka. Sultana scored 150 runs during the tournament, leading with composure. The team now rests before touring India in December for a white-ball series.
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