Tamim Iqbal Says India Series Still on, Lifts Lid on Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Fiasco: ‘You Will Be Surprised’
- Bangladesh Cricket Board President Tamim Iqbal admitted the three-match ODI and T20I series against India will not occur in September as planned, citing the BCCI's conflicting Afghanistan series beginning September 13.
- Diplomatic bitterness following the overthrow of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government sparked tensions; the BCCI then forced all-rounder Mustafizur Rahman out of the IPL despite his contract with Kolkata Knight Riders.
- Iqbal suggested sports should remain separate from political conflict, citing Iran's participation in America during ongoing war. He added, "We should have definitely played the World Cup" and "done the negotiation in a better way."
- Both the BCB and BCCI are actively searching for an alternative window to reschedule the series. Iqbal asserted, "Both boards are very sincere that this thing happens" and intentions remain positive.
- Although officials have not finalized a decision, discussions continue as both parties work around their respective schedules. Iqbal maintains optimism, stating, "That it won't happen hasn't been decided yet.
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India-Bangladesh cricket series: Discussions still on with BCCI, says Tamim - The Tribune
Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal has not given up hope of a long-delayed home white-ball series against India materialising at some point, saying that both the countries are continuing to look for a window despite their hectic schedules. In a conversation with Youtube channel ‘Not Out Norman’, the BCB chief admitted that the three […]
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