BCB Clears the Air About ODI Captaincy Change

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) cricket operations chairman Nazmul Abedin has clarified the situation surrounding Najmul Hossain Shanto's removal from ODI captaincy.

Background

Najmul Hossain Shanto's tenure as ODI captain ended with the 2025 Champions Trophy. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was subsequently appointed as the new ODI captain, ahead of the tour of Sri Lanka.

Nazmul Abedin's Statement

"We did not have any ODI captain after the Champions Trophy. It is not true that Shanto was removed from his captaincy. In fact, there was no captain," Nazmul said.

Clarification on Captaincy Decision

"The captaincy decision was taken in a meeting, and it was my responsibility to inform both Shanto and Mehidy Hasan Miraz. There were no other terms or conditions involved. That's why I informed Shanto first," Nazmul added.

No Discussion with Shanto

"As we did not have a captain at that time, there was no question of holding discussions with Shanto. A decision was taken in a meeting, and it was communicated to Shanto as he was the previous captain," Nazmul clarified.