BPL Corruption Scandal: Two More Officials Charged

Dr. Annelies De Vos · 2026-09-18

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Integrity Unit has charged two former Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) team officials with breaching the International Cricket Council (ICC) Anti-Corruption Code. The charges, announced on September 17, 2026, come after an investigation into corrupt conduct during recent league seasons. Both officials have been provisionally suspended with immediate effect to protect the integrity of the sport. ### Who Are the Charged Officials? The two individuals are Mohammad Abdul Kayum Rashed and Md Amin Khan. Rashed is a former owner of the Chattogram Royals franchise, which he owned during the 12th edition of the BPL in the 2024-25 season. Khan served as a team official for Durbar Rajshahi in the 2024-25 season and then moved to Chattogram Royals for the 2025-26 season. Their roles gave them direct access to players, team staff, and match operations. ### What Are the Charges? The BCB Integrity Unit has charged both men under several articles of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. Rashed faces charges under Articles 2.1.1, 2.1.4, 2.4.4, 2.4.6, and 2.4.7. Khan faces charges under Articles 2.1.1, 2.1.4, 2.4.6, and 2.4.7. These articles cover: - Attempting to fix or improperly influence match outcomes (2.1.1) - Soliciting, inducing, or facilitating corrupt conduct (2.1.4) - Failing to disclose corrupt approaches (2.4.4) - Refusing to cooperate with an investigation (2.4.6) - Obstructing or delaying an inquiry (2.4.7) The investigation focuses on match-fixing attempts, failure to report corrupt approaches, and non-cooperation during the 11th and 12th editions of the BPL. ### Provisional Suspension and Next Steps The BCB has suspended both officials from all cricket activities. This means they cannot attend matches, hold franchise roles, or enter official cricket facilities. They have 14 days from receiving their formal notices to submit written responses. They can either admit the allegations or request a hearing before an independent anti-corruption tribunal. The BCB has stated it will not comment further while the legal process continues. ### A Pattern of Corruption? These charges are part of a broader crackdown on corruption in Bangladesh cricket. In May 2026, the BCB charged four individuals, including domestic cricketer Amit Majumder. In early September 2026, three more former officials were charged. The Integrity Unit, led by General Manager Alex Marshall, is clearly intensifying its efforts to clean up the sport. > "The BCB is committed to upholding the integrity of cricket and will not tolerate any form of corruption," said a BCB spokesperson. ### What This Means for the BPL The BPL has faced corruption scandals before, but the current wave of charges suggests a more aggressive approach to enforcement. The involvement of franchise owners and team officials is particularly concerning, as they hold positions of trust. The outcome of these cases could set a precedent for how cricket boards handle corruption at the highest levels. For now, the cricket world watches and waits. The BCB's actions send a clear message: no one is above the law, and the game's integrity must be protected at all costs.