Don’t think the BCB is particularly a disciplined organization: Nazmul Abedin

Nazmul Abedin Fahim, who has been involved with the Bangladesh Cricket Board for the last 14 years in various capacities — BCB High-Performance Unit, BCB Game Development and the board's women's wing — criticized the board on grounds of discipline. 

Nazmul attacked the BCB, stating that it isn’t a disciplined organization before insisting that the board hasn’t made the most of the opportunities. He also insisted that ‘changes are necessary’ within the setup. 

"Having had the opportunity to work here and observe closely, I don't think the BCB is a particularly disciplined organization. From the outside, it might seem like the BCB is an excellent organization because of its outward glamour," Nazmul told reporters, reported Cricbuzz. 

"However, the BCB hasn't made the most of its opportunities. This has been due to various reasons, including several intentional mistakes. I believe changes are necessary here. The internal indiscipline acts that occur need to be addressed. Strengthening these aspects could resolve many of the crises we face. If a process is in place, why wouldn't we perform well in cricket? We shouldn't be overly thrilled about winning against Nepal, but that's what has happened. I believe that with proper efforts, Bangladesh cricket can go a long way," he said.

In particular, Nazmul, who mentored Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim, criticised the board directors, insisting that they weren’t ‘genuine servants’ of the game. 

"If they (board directors) were truly dedicated to serving cricket, they would have come forward. I don't believe they were genuine servants of the game. They had their own agendas, and they fulfilled those. We've witnessed the downfall of cricket. Whether it's club cricket or the entire sport, it has been severely damaged," he said.

Bangladesh as a country are in tatters, with widespread unrest in the country following the fleeing of their former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. But Nazum also believes that the country’s cricketing board is also in tatters and insists that the leadership group should be stronger to handle all the matters. 

"I believe the biggest responsibility lies with the leadership. If the leadership is strong, everything else falls into place naturally. There are many legal matters related to ICC regulations, and if we talk about reforms... We need a board led by a good leader, someone with a vision and big dreams. Transparency and accountability are essential, and those qualities should be present. We have many capable individuals in our country who haven't had the opportunity to contribute for a long time," he said.

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