Cricketers Face Death Threats Amidst Bangladesh Board Dispute

Senior Bangladeshi cricketer Mohammad Mithun revealed he has received life threats amidst ongoing unrest concerning the country's cricket board. As president of the Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), Mithun stated these threats were delivered via voice notes, leading him to avoid calls from unknown numbers. He emphasized his actions were in the interest of players and the sport, not personal gain.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has pledged to investigate these serious allegations. BCB director Iftekhar confirmed that the board's security department has been tasked with handling the threats and assisting players who have reported receiving them. The board is treating these claims with significant concern.

This situation escalated following disparaging remarks made by an unnamed BCB director who labeled former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent.' This comment was reportedly in response to Iqbal's call for dialogue regarding player transfers between Bangladesh and India. The BCB president has reportedly addressed the director's controversial statements.