Former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul has strongly dismissed social media speculation claiming that he has been appointed to a senior position at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), describing the reports as “false” and “bogus”.
The clarification comes at a time of continued administrative turbulence in Bangladesh cricket, following sweeping changes initiated after the latest BCB election controversy. The National Sports Council (NSC) had earlier formed a five-member inquiry committee to scrutinise the election process. However, the panel submitted its report ahead of schedule, triggering a series of rapid developments that ultimately led to the dissolution of the existing board headed by Bulbul.
In the aftermath, the NSC constituted an 11-member ad hoc committee to manage the affairs of the Bangladesh Cricket Board. Former national captain Tamim Iqbal was subsequently appointed as chairman and has already assumed operational control of the organisation.
Key Administrative Developments in Bangladesh Cricket
| Event | Outcome |
|---|---|
| NSC forms inquiry committee | Five-member panel set up to review BCB election |
| Early submission of report | Accelerated administrative decision-making |
| BCB board dissolved | Aminul Islam Bulbul-led committee removed |
| Ad hoc committee formed | 11-member governing body established |
| Chairman appointed | Tamim Iqbal assumes leadership role |
Amid this shifting governance landscape, rumours circulated widely on social media over the past two days suggesting that Bulbul had secured a two-year contract as Chairman of Game Development at the ACC. The claim quickly gained traction among online users and was widely shared within cricket-related discussion groups, fuelling speculation about his next professional move.
However, Bulbul has categorically denied the reports. Speaking to Dhaka Post, he rejected the allegations in firm terms, insisting that there was no factual basis to the claim.
“These are completely false and bogus claims,” he stated, directly addressing the rumours.
At the same time, the former BCB president confirmed that he has had discussions with the Asian Cricket Council, though he did not disclose any details regarding their scope, timing, or subject matter. His comments indicate that while informal communication may have taken place, no official appointment, contract, or formal role has been confirmed.
The clarification comes during a sensitive transition phase for Bangladesh cricket, which has been undergoing significant restructuring at the administrative level. The leadership change at the BCB, combined with the formation of the ad hoc committee under Tamim Iqbal, has created an environment of heightened scrutiny and speculation surrounding senior cricket administrators.
Analysts note that such periods of institutional uncertainty often generate rapid circulation of unverified claims, particularly involving well-known figures in the sport’s governance structure. Bulbul, having previously led the BCB, remains a prominent figure in regional cricket administration circles, which has further contributed to recurring speculation about his future roles.
Despite the viral nature of the reports, there has been no confirmation from the ACC or any official cricketing authority regarding any new appointment involving Bulbul. No public documentation or formal announcement has been issued to support the claims.
The episode underscores the increasing impact of misinformation in sports administration discourse, where unofficial social media narratives can quickly escalate into widely believed claims, particularly during periods of organisational transition and leadership change.