Sports and politics remain entangled as BCB elections near
20 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Unlike the preceding election during Aminul Islam Bulbul’s tenure, there was no strict requirement this time to nominate councillors from ad hoc committees.
20 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Pace, joy, and Test solidity under Shanto
15 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Pace is power in Test cricket, and Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto is beginning to reap its rewards. With Bangladesh’s 104-run win over Pakistan in the first Test in Mirpur, Shanto equalled Mushfiqur Rahim as the captain with the most Test wins for the Tigers, with seven victories.
15 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Rana’s old-ball swing rewires Tigers’ home Test swagger
13 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Rana getting the old ball to talk had even surprised his captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Litton Das.
13 May 2026, 08:00 AM
‘Hunger for runs’: Shanto dominates with controlled aggression
8 May 2026, 21:21 PM
Aggression is one thing, but controlled aggression is a different kind of menace. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto’s century against Pakistan on Friday in Mirpur on Day 1 of the first of two Tests, part of the World Test Championship, was a perfect example of the latter.
8 May 2026, 21:21 PM
Speedster emerges from tailender’s shell, Rana an ensemble of one
5 May 2026, 21:30 PM
Ball by ball, step by step, Rana was pure bliss to watch at the Mirpur practice nets on Tuesday.
5 May 2026, 21:30 PM
Rana’s rise gathers pace with ‘presence of mind’
5 May 2026, 08:00 AM
The fuller delivery, like the short ones, created surprise, with some deliveries striking the bat rather than the bat meeting it.
5 May 2026, 08:00 AM
Interview / ‘I always prefer batting at three’
28 April 2026, 10:00 AM
Shanto spoke about navigating that lean phase, whether stepping away from captaincy influenced his batting and more, in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star’s Abdullah Al Mehdi.
28 April 2026, 10:00 AM
Interview / ‘Strong bonds, healthy competition driving NZ cricket’
26 April 2026, 08:00 AM
Will Young was among the more experienced players in an otherwise inexperienced New Zealand ODI squad that suffered a 2-1 defeat in the recently concluded three-match series against hosts Bangladesh. Arriving in Bangladesh after a successful tour of India, Young and his side encountered tougher batting conditions and a hostile pace attack. The New Zealand number three spoke about the conditions, Bangladesh’s bowling threats, and more in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star’s Abdullah Al Mehdi. The excerpts are as follows:
26 April 2026, 08:00 AM
NCL T20 mess highlights BCB’s lack of foresight
Incessant rain has finally forced the postponement of the NCL T20 tournament for an indefinite period, the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) tournament committee confirmed yesterday.
17 September 2025, 02:00 AM
Escape from Nepal
Himalayan calm, chaotic Kathmandu, and a frantic exit
15 September 2025, 15:32 PM
Women’s team continue WC prep against age-level boys
Bangladesh women's team players are set to compete in a tri-series – a preparatory tournament ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup –starting today at the BKSP, which will feature two women's teams, named the red and green team, and the Under-15 men's team.
18 August 2025, 02:00 AM
Will BCB’s vagueness around Mirpur wickets change with Hemming?
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has once again brought back Australia’s Tony Hemming -- this time as the head of turf management, after previously hiring him as a curator.
13 August 2025, 02:00 AM
Preliminary Asia Cup squad exposes shallow pipeline
A little over a year ago, all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin inadvertently exposed the sorry state of the players' pipeline in Bangladesh when he told the media, "To be honest, there are 20-25 players in Bangladesh who are capable of playing international cricket… Opportunities will come if I can stay fit."
7 August 2025, 03:00 AM
BCB mulls revisiting the past amid fears and excitement
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials are considering adding some overseas flair in the country's first-class competitions – National Cricket League (NCL) and the Bangladesh Cricket League (BCL) – a move that has already caused some controversy, and brought forward arguments both for and against it.
1 August 2025, 03:00 AM
‘Players have to upskill to keep up with global strike-rate standard’
English power-hitting coach Julian Wood is no stranger to Bangladesh cricket, having coached Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) sides Chattogram Challengers and Sylhet Sunrisers before. But his forthcoming stint in the country will be different as for the first time he will be working with the national side for a three-week camp on power-hitting from August 10 to September 3.
31 July 2025, 03:00 AM
Aminul steps in as ‘wickets exist but no plan’
As a former Bangladesh captain with experience at the ICC, the BCB president felt compelled to intervene.
30 July 2025, 04:08 AM
Can Litton and Co’s recurring batting ailments be cured?
Captaincy, however, might have influenced his recent innings -- particularly the 76 in the second T20I against Sri Lanka in Dambulla, the highest score by a Bangladesh T20I captain.
18 July 2025, 03:03 AM
‘Culture never formed where selectors explain to players’
The 29-year-old allrounder -- with 80 international matches under his belt -- opened up about the issue on how he processed the explosive remark made by the chief selector recently.
11 July 2025, 03:09 AM
Litton’s litmus test on form and new role
Called back into the ODI squad, the 30-year-old returns with greater responsibilities to bear.
24 June 2025, 04:00 AM
Galle, Mushfiqur, and another statement
Mushfiqur Rahim is playing only one format -- Test.
17 June 2025, 18:30 PM
Long-term planning or short-term thinking?
Is BCB building a team for the future, or simply reacting to the present?
13 June 2025, 01:15 AM
Taskin leaves for England to consult ankle specialist
Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed left for England yesterday to consult an ankle specialist regarding the Achilles injury that ruled him out of the ongoing Test series against Zimbabwe..Taskin is scheduled to consult Doctor James Calder, a renowned specialist in treating Achilles Tendinopathy,
28 April 2025, 12:08 PM
Hriody suspension altered again as BCB caves in to players' pressure
The circus surrounding the way the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) handled the suspension episode of Mohammedan captain Towhid Hridoy gathered further wind on Friday.
25 April 2025, 15:48 PM
Selectors ‘hoping’ Bijoy card works this time
While Bijoy's return may look like a one-off decision, it appears the selectors are willing to give this chapter a few more pages.
25 April 2025, 04:00 AM
‘As long as I’m fit, I’ll play Tests’
PSL beckons but Rana’s ambition lay in Test cricket which he divulged during an interview with The Daily Star’s Abdullah Al Mehdi yesterday
5 April 2025, 02:00 AM
Time for the experienced bunch to finally step up
Who are the seniors in Bangladesh cricket?
17 March 2025, 02:00 AM
A step towards improving batting intent
Beyond simply crowning a champion, any cricket tournament in Bangladesh must serve a greater purpose -- developing players for the national team. This year, the Women’s Dhaka Premier League (DPL), held from February 19 to March 13, was also a crucial platform for preparing and selecting the squad for the Women’s ODI World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan in April.
15 March 2025, 03:00 AM
‘He comes to practice on holidays and maybe some don’t like that’
As he bids farewell to ODIs, former Bangladesh captain Habibul Bashar reflected on Mushfiqur’s career, his impact on the game, and the legacy he leaves behind.
7 March 2025, 10:18 AM