United News of Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has launched an official investigation into a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match between Shinepukur Cricket Club and Gulshan Cricket Club following widespread criticism over two controversial dismissals that have raised suspicions of foul play. The match, held at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium on Wednesday, drew public ire after footage circulated on social media showing Shinepukur’s batter Minhazul Abedin Sabbir being stumped in an unusually questionable manner. Gulshan’s off-spinner Naeem Islam bowled a delivery well outside the off-stump as Sabbir advanced down the pitch. Despite having time to ground his bat, Sabbir kept it suspiciously hovering in the air even after the wicketkeeper initially failed to dislodge the bails. The late dismissal ensured Gulshan’s narrow five-run win and their qualification for the Super League round. Gujarat goes top of the IPL with a big win over Rajasthan Another incident earlier in the 36th over added to the controversy. Shinepukur’s Rahim Ahmed appeared to make no real effort to defend or leave a wide-turning delivery, instead returning to the pavilion without attempting to play a shot or return to the crease properly. The BCB, responding swiftly to the public outcry and viral videos, issued a media statement confirming an investigation. “The BCB reiterates its commitment to maintaining the integrity and ethical standards of the game. Any incident that undermines the spirit of cricket will be dealt with under our zero-tolerance policy,” the board said. The Anti-Corruption Unit and the DPL Technical Committee have already begun reviewing the match for potential violations. “The BCB will take appropriate measures based on the findings of the investigation,” the statement added. Mohammedan, Abahani cruise to commanding wins in DPL Former national cricketers, including Shahriar Nafees and Shamsur Rahman, publicly expressed dismay, noting the dismissals “shameful” and “unacceptable.”  

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal who suffered a heart attack has regained consciousness after undergoing a stent procedure on his heart at a hospital in Savar. He has talked to doctors and family members, Tariqul Islam, an official at Mohammedan Sporting Club, told UNB. Earlier Dr Razeeb Hasan, Medical Director of the KPJ Specialised Hospital, said the stenting was done smoothly and efficiently, and the blockage has been completely cleared. “However, he is still under observation, and his condition remains critical. It will take a little more time,” he said at a press briefing.  Dr Razeeb said, “He came to us in a critical condition. We gave all the necessary treatment. By the grace of Allah, his condition is now better. He had a heart attack. To address it, we performed an angiogram, angioplasty, and placed a stent.” The procedure was carried out by cardiologist Dr Moniruzzaman Maruf. Tamim was hospitalised after suffering a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match at the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan (BKSP) grounds in Savar on Monday morning. CA Dr Yunus enquires about Tamim Iqbal’s health condition   Tamim, who was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club in Dhaka Premier League (DPL) at BKSP in Savar, experienced chest pain after the toss. He was initially treated on the ground and later rushed to the nearby KPJ Specialised Hospital, where a blockage in his heart was detected. Tamim is currently in the hospital’s Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) receiving close monitoring. Former national cricketer Salim Shaheed named as chairman of CWAB His wife Ayesha Siddiqui and brother Nafis Iqbal are by his side, while senior officials from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), including president Faruque Ahmed, visited the hospital.