Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Lahore Qalandars have appointed former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President and National Team Captain Aminul Islam Bulbul )as an Advisor to their High-Performance Centres, adding an experienced cricket administrator to the franchise’s player development operations.
The appointment, confirmed by Lahore Qalandars through their official social media channels, forms part of the franchise’s efforts to strengthen its high-performance infrastructure and develop opportunities for emerging cricketers.
It also comes as the Qalandars look to extend their cricket development activities into Bangladesh, drawing on Islam’s experience across international cricket administration and the Asian cricket ecosystem.
Lahore Qalandars strengthen their high-performance programme
Islam’s appointment brings together his experience as a former international player, cricket development specialist and national board administrator.
Lahore Qalandars said in an official statement: “Lahore Qalandars have appointed former Bangladesh captain and experienced cricket administrator Aminul Islam as Advisor to the franchise’s High-Performance Centres, further strengthening their commitment to player development and cricketing excellence.”
Lahore Qalandars appoint Aminul Islam as Advisor to their High-Performance Centres, strengthening their commitment to player development and cricketing excellence. https://t.co/m74gJ718OJ
— Lahore Qalandars (@lahoreqalandars) November 10, 2026
The franchise has positioned the appointment as part of a broader effort to develop its high-performance operations and explore opportunities beyond Pakistan.
Outlining the scope of his appointment, Lahore Qalandars added: “In his advisory role, Islam will provide strategic guidance on player development, coaching practices and creating pathways for emerging cricketers.”
His involvement could also help the Qalandars establish stronger connections within Bangladesh’s cricket development landscape as they consider extending their existing initiatives into the country.
Aminul Islam brings ICC and BCB leadership experience
Islam served as the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Cricket Development Manager for Asia from 2015 to 2025, following an earlier role as a Cricket Development Officer at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC).
He subsequently became BCB President, holding the position from May 30, 2025, until April 7, 2026.
His administrative career has involved cricket development across the region, giving him experience of the structures and challenges involved in building participation and improving pathways for players.
Lahore Qalandars stated: “With extensive experience in international cricket and cricket development, including senior roles at the ICC, Asian Cricket Council and Bangladesh Cricket Board, Islam brings valuable expertise to Lahore Qalandars’ vision of nurturing the next generation of cricketing talent.”
Before moving into administration, Islam represented Bangladesh between 1988 and 2002 and captained the national team at the 1999 Cricket World Cup.
He also holds a significant place in Bangladesh’s Test cricket history, having scored the country’s first Test century against India during its inaugural Test match in 2000.
Lahore Qalandars target wider cricket development opportunities
The appointment reflects the Qalandars’ continued investment in player identification and development, an area that has become an important part of the franchise’s operations alongside its participation in the PSL.
The club has established grassroots and high-performance programmes designed to identify emerging talent and provide players with opportunities to develop within a professional cricket environment.
Bringing Islam into an advisory position adds experience in international development systems at a time when the franchise is considering how to extend those activities into Bangladesh.
For Lahore Qalandars, the immediate priority will be strengthening the systems supporting young players and coaches. The longer-term opportunity lies in using that expertise to support a broader cricket development presence across the region.
