Former Captain Minhajul confirms election bid
Bangladesh cricket is gearing up for a heated boardroom contest as former national team captain Minhajul Abedin Nannu announced his intention to contest in the upcoming Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) elections, scheduled for the first week of October, according to multiple reports.
“This is a place where many capable people cannot even get in,” Minhajul told reporters on Wednesday in Mirpur. “Working for the interest of cricket here is a huge responsibility. If I get the opportunity, I will try to make the most of it wherever it comes.”
Having served as the national chief selector, Minhajul confirmed he is eyeing the Category C seat reserved for former captains. “I have been considering contesting the BCB elections for some time. Former captains have a Category C seat. While I am still awaiting full details, I remain positive. If everything goes smoothly, I will contest,” he said.
Reflecting on his decades-long career, he highlighted the value of his experience for the board’s governance. “Since retiring, I have worked in various capacities and seen how the game has progressed over the past three to four decades. I hope to put that experience to good use,” he added.
Presidential race gathers steam
While Minhajul prepares his campaign, the spotlight is also on the BCB presidency. Tamim Iqbal, widely regarded as one of Bangladesh’s modern greats, is reportedly preparing to run with the support of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Meanwhile, current president Aminul Islam Bulbul has aligned himself with the interim government, determined to retain the top post beyond his initial three-month appointment.
Ali Asghar Lobi, who served as BCB president during the BNP’s 2001–2006 tenure, has openly endorsed Tamim. “Tamim is a good boy, he is the candidate for the post of president for us, BNP. And Bulbul is running for the government. We will stand by Tamim,” Lobi told reporters.
Political undertones at play
The clash between Tamim and Bulbul highlights the broader political undertones of this election. Bulbul, once reluctant to enter the fray directly, is now seeking a long-term mandate, positioning himself as a candidate aligned with the current administration. Tamim, on the other hand, is consolidating support at the director level, aiming to leverage BNP backing in his run for the presidency.
With boardroom power and political influence intertwined, the October elections are shaping up to be one of the most consequential moments in Bangladesh cricket governance.
