Is the Bangladesh cricket team the most unpopular cricket team right now?

[sweep_shot]

Basically as said they are too insignificant to be hated… ofcourse in their mind they are tiger and that’s amusement.

I don't identify as any animal. I am a simple-minded conservative fella.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

Guys please refrain from political stuff

 

[JaDed]

I don't identify as any animal. I am a simple-minded conservative fella.

Good for you pass that on to all the fans that flock to the stadium.

 

[Hellion]

It was funny to watch the shocked reactions on Bangladesh social media to the utter thrashings dealt out by India.

Like dudes, were y'all really expecting anything better ?

You ain't toygers. More like our bunnies in Tests and T20Is.

The Indian team is in transition with Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja out of T20's and well into decline phase in Tests and still slaughtered your team.

Shanto doesn't even want to lead this team anymore just like Litton didn't want to.

 

[RedwoodOriginal]

@Nikhil_cric Bangladesh's Shan Masood has had enough

 

[Nikhil_cric]

@Nikhil_cric Bangladesh's Shan Masood has had enough

Bound to happen.

He should still retain ODI captaincy in my opinion.

He has been their best ODI batter along with Mahmudullah and that guy has retired.

There's no other option and BD look like they are going to decline in ODIs too in the short term.

In T20, they should give it to Fizz and in Tests, maybe Mehidy.

 

[sweep_shot]

There's no other option and BD look like they are going to decline in ODIs too in the short term.

LOL. How did you come to this conclusion? Don't think you follow BD domestic cricket much.

They should be okay in ODI but may struggle in T20.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

LOL. How did you come to this conclusion? Don't think you follow BD domestic cricket much.

They should be okay in ODI but may struggle in T20.

In the short term I said. Maybe after 2027 World Cup.

But I don't see anyone capable of replacing Shakib, Mahmudullah, Mushfiq in the meantime

 

[jeeteshssaxena]

In cricket, you give it your all, doesn’t matter if you are liked or not.
Bangladeshi players and fan are aggressive and passionate, cricket needs that.

 

[deltexas]

You lost to us in 1 and half days, so puhhleasse.. also if that’s your flex one bad innings of India then Binny bunnies have no future clearly.

Binny bunnies - I'm gonna steal that word lol !

 

[Varun]

LOL. How did you come to this conclusion? Don't think you follow BD domestic cricket much.

They should be okay in ODI but may struggle in T20.

Bangladesh aren't made for sport full stop.

 

[sweep_shot]

Bangladesh aren't made for sport full stop.

Cool story. Not sure why you keep repeating this like a broken record.

 

[FearlessRoar]

Bangladesh Make Massive Cricket Board Overhaul, Sack 11 Directors From BCB​

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have ousted 11 directors from the board after they missed three or more consecutive meetings in accordance with the board constitution. Among those removed are former BCB president Nazmul Hassan and Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) chairman Sheikh Sohel. The others include Manzur Kader, AJM Nasir Uddin, Anwarul Islam, Shafiul Alam Chowdhury, Ismail Haider Mallick, Tanvir Ahmed, Obeid Nizam, Gazi Golam Murtoza, and Nazib Ahmed. Additionally, the board accepted resignations from three other directors: Naimur Rahman, Khaled Mahmud, and Enayet Hossain Siraj in its 15th meeting at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

Since the Awami League government was overthrown on August 5 following a violent student uprising, none of these directors have attended BCB meetings. Many have direct or indirect links to the Awami League. Nazmul previously served as the sports minister, Shafiul as an Awami League MP, and Nasir as Chattogram's former mayor during the Awami League's 15-year tenure. Sheikh Sohel and Nazib are related to Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister, and Mallick was closely associated with Nazmul.

Prior to these departures, the BCB had 25 directors; following the recent removals, 10 remain, as one director had passed away before August.

To ensure the BCB remains functional and responsive to contemporary needs, the board has decided to form a Constitution Amendment Committee. This committee, to be headed by BCB Director Nazmul Abedeen as convener. The Committee will be responsible for assessing the current BCB Constitution, identifying areas of improvement and proposing amendments that align with the strategic goals and evolving needs of the BCB.

In a significant move to bolster athlete training, the BCB has approved the establishment of three fully equipped modern gyms at the Test venues in Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet.

"The BCB is committed to delivering the 11th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) T20 with utmost excellence, supported by the Bangladesh Government," the board said in a release. The BPL is scheduled to commence on December 30 with the final set for February 7, 2025.

The BCB has also agreed in principle to introduce a full-fledged e-ticket system for the 11th edition of the BPL, aiming to streamline the ticketing process for fans.

Bangladesh Make Massive Cricket Board Overhaul, Sack 11 Directors From BCB | Cricket News

Since the Awami League government was overthrown on August 5 following a violent student uprising, none of these directors have attended BCB meetings.

sports.ndtv.com

 

[Buffet]

I kind of over rated BD after Pakistan's series.

BD is back to very ordinary test performances. I could ignore Indian series, but folding so easily at home against SA is poor.

I guess, we need to see sustained good performance in future and not one off series to rate BD high. Yes, even if it's not series win, but good performance will do for me. They were horrible in India and horrible at home after Paksitan series.

 

[sweep_shot]

I kind of over rated BD after Pakistan's series.

BD is back to very ordinary test performances. I could ignore Indian series, but folding so easily at home against SA is poor.

I guess, we need to see sustained good performance in future and not one off series to rate BD high. Yes, even if it's not series win, but good performance will do for me. They were horrible in India and horrible at home after Paksitan series.

It is possible BD players got carried away after a bit of short-term success.

Until that mentality changes (being carried away due to short-term success), I don't think long-term success is possible.

 

[FearlessRoar]

Hannan Sarkar resigns from selection panel to focus on coaching​

Former Bangladesh opener Hannan Sarkar has decided to resign from his role as a national selector, opting to pursue a career in coaching.

He has already informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in writing and will remain in the position until his tenure officially ends on 26 February.

Cricbuzz reports that Hannan submitted his resignation letter on 1 February, confirming his decision to step down. "Yes, I have handed them (board) the letter yesterday to step down from the selection committee," Hannan told Cricbuzz on 2 February.

Explaining his reasoning, he added, "I wish to have a career in coaching, and as a result, I don't want to continue as part of the national selection panel. If BCB feels they can include me as a coach in their setup, in that case, I am ready to consider it."

The 42-year-old played 17 Tests and 20 ODIs for Bangladesh in an international career that lasted two years.

Following his playing days, he worked with the BCB for nearly a decade as an age-level selector, playing a key role in Bangladesh's youth cricket development.

During his tenure, the Under-19 team won the ICC Under-19 World Cup in 2020 and later secured their first Under-19 Asia Cup title in 2024.

His success at that level ultimately led to his promotion to the senior selection panel.

Hannan Sarkar resigns from selection panel to focus on coaching

Cricbuzz reports that Hannan submitted his resignation letter on 1 February, confirming his decision to step down

www.tbsnews.net

 

[FearlessRoar]

Most overs batter after the fall of first five wickets in ICC Champions Trophy

41.1 overs - BAN vs IND, Dubai, 2025
37.1 overs - SA vs PAK, Mohali, 2006
36.4 overs - IND vs ZIM, Colombo, 2002
32.2 overs - NZ vs AUS, Mohali, 2006
31.2 overs - ENG vs SA, Dhaka, 1998

 

[RizwanT20Champ]

Serious question - who takes BD seriously? They don't win everything like Australia, they don't have the magic and madness of Pakistan, they don't have mystery spinners of SL or big hitters of WI. They are a very boring and unlikeable team to watch and I actively root against them. ICC has given them too much preference.