Tamim Iqbal among 29 final candidates in BCB election

The Official Final Roster for the BCB Elections

The administrative landscape of Bangladesh cricket is preparing for a significant transition as the final list of candidates for the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Board of Directors election has been officially confirmed. Following a thorough nomination verification process and the completion of the formal withdrawal window, the Election Commission has released the final candidate list, revealing that a total of 29 candidates remain in the race to shape the future of cricket in the country.

With key positions contested across three distinct categories, the election represents a critical juncture for regional sports associations, Dhaka-based clubs, and national institutions. While some regions will see direct head-to-head contests, other districts have already determined their representatives through uncontested pathways.

Category-1: Regional and District Sports Associations

Category-1 represents regional and district sports associations across the country. In this category, there are 10 director positions available, with a total of 12 candidates contesting. Due to the geographical distribution of nominations, several candidates are set to be elected unopposed as they face no challengers in their respective regions.

Unopposed Winners in Category-1

The following candidates are set to secure their director positions automatically:

• Sylhet Division Sports Association: Abdul Qaiyum Chowdhury
• Bogura District Sports Association: Mir Shakrul Alam Simanto
• Thakurgaon District Sports Association: Mirza Faisal Amin
• Dhaka Division: Sayed Bin Zaman and S M Abdullah Al Fuad (securing both available director positions unopposed)
• Chattogram Division: Minhajul Abedin Nannu and Moinuddin Chowdhury (securing both available director posts unopposed)

Active Contests in Category-1

While many regional directors enjoy an uncontested path to the board, genuine competition will take place in two key divisions:

• Khulna Division: Three candidates—Shafiqul Alam, Shantanu Islam, and Abdus Salam—are actively fighting for the two available director positions.
• Barishal Division: A direct contest will take place for the single available post, where Mizanur Rahman faces competition from Muntasir Alam Chowdhury.

Category-2: Dhaka-Based Cricket Clubs

Category-2, which represents the prestigious Dhaka-based cricket clubs, stands out as the most competitive and high-profile segment of the BCB election. A total of 16 candidates are contesting for 12 available director positions, making it the primary battleground of the election.

This category features prominent cricket organizers and former players, including former Bangladesh national team captain Tamim Iqbal. Tamim, who currently serves as the chairman of the BCB ad-hoc committee, is contesting the election representing the Old DOHS Sports Club.

The full list of candidates vying for the 12 Category-2 director seats includes:

• Fahim Sinha – Abahani Limited
• Masuduzzaman – Mohammedan Sporting Club
• Asif Rabbani – Shinepukur Cricket Club
• Foiyazur Rahman – Uttara Cricket Club
• Yasir Mohammed Foysal Ashik – Dhanmondi Sports Club
• Tamim Iqbal – Old DOHS Sports Club
• Amzad Hossain – Dhaka Spartans Cricket Club
• Mirza Yasser Abbas – Azad Sporting Club
• Israfil Khosru – Exium Cricketers
• Rafiqul Islam Babu – Indira Road Krira Chakra
• Professor Dr Sarkar Mahbub Ahmed Shamim – Dhaka Wanderers Club
• Shanian Taneem – Dhaka Mariners Youngs Club
• Sayed Ibrahim Ahmed – Fair Fighters Sporting Club
• Syed Borhanul Hossain – Tejgaon Cricket Academy
• Shafiq Ahmed Salam – Purbachal Sporting Club
• Major Imroze Ahmed (Retd.) – Kathalbagan Green Crescent Club

Category-3: Other Organizations and Institutions

Category-3 represents other affiliated organizations and academic institutions. This category features a single available position and has yielded a straightforward outcome. Sirajuddin Mohammad Alamgir, representing the University of Chittagong, is the sole candidate and is set to be elected unopposed.

Official Nomination Withdrawals

The final list of 29 candidates was compiled after the Election Commission successfully processed the withdrawal of nominations. Three prospective candidates chose to retract their candidacies before the final list was published:

• Shariful Islam Opu (Feni District Sports Association)
• Mohammad Lutfor Rahman (Legends of Rupganj)
• Md. Mahmud-ur-Rahman (Old Dhaka Cricketers)

With the final candidate list locked in and uncontested positions identified, the stage is set for an essential election that will determine the administrative leadership of the Bangladesh Cricket Board.