BCB to Investigate Threat Claims as Protesting Players Raise Safety Concerns
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Khalid Al Mansoor
- . January 17, 2026
- . Update: January 17, 2026 12:56 pm
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has promised a full probe after serious allegations that threats have been made against the players involved in recent protests. The problem came to light when the leaders of the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh said they had received threatening calls and messages during the boycott of domestic matches. The development has increased the scrutiny of the board officials and internal governance. With matches postponed and cities high in tension, the issue of threats against protesting players is a huge talking point in Bangladesh cricket, with assurances of security and accountability from senior members of the BCB.
BCB Vows to Take Action on Player Safety
BCB officials said that the board would take action against any threats to players protesting through their security department. Directors said they recognized the seriousness of the matter and that steps are being taken to ensure the safety of the players. The decision to have BCB investigate threats against players protesting comes after there has been criticism over comments by some board members, which were reportedly thought to exacerbate the situation. Senior officials acknowledged those comments to be inappropriate. As talks drag on, the board once again said it will fully investigate threats against protesting players in an effort to rebuild trust. The engagement of BCB to research threats against protesting players is also considered important to continue picking up matches in the league without any hitches. Many believe that how the BCB processes the events of the threats aimed at protesting players will play a role in future relations between players and the board.
