Statement by BCB rubbishes assault charges against Sultana as Jahanara Alma claimed that she “beats up” her team-mates.
BCB ‘refutes’ allegations of physical abuse against Nigar Sultana in statement.
Fast bowler Jahanara Alam accused current national women’s team captain Nigar Sultana of physical abuse, although the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) “strongly refutes” these claims.
In an interview with the Bangladeshi publication Kaler Kantho, Alam—who hasn’t played international cricket since December 2024—said that Sultana “beat up” her teammates.
“The BCB categorically and strongly refutes these allegations, which are baseless, fabricated and devoid of any truth,” the board said in a statement. “The Board finds it unfortunate that such derogatory and scandalous claims have been made at a time when the Bangladesh Women’s Team is showing commendable progress and unity on the international stage.
“The Board believes that the timing and nature of these comments are deliberate, ill-intentioned and seemingly aimed at undermining the spirit and confidence of a team that continues to represent the country with pride. It is deeply disappointing that an individual who currently has no involvement or relevance in the plans of Bangladesh cricket has chosen to make such misleading statements in public.”
“The BCB wishes to make it clear that it has complete trust and confidence in the Women’s National Team’s leadership, players and management. The Board has found no evidence to support any of the claims made and stands firmly behind the team and its personnel.”