BPL: Former Chattogram Royals Owner and Durbar Rajshahi Team Official Charged Under ICC Anti-Corruption Code

In a significant development for cricketing integrity, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) today announced the provisional suspension and charging of two former Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) officials under the stringent International Cricket Council (ICC) Anti-Corruption Code. Md Abdul Kayum Rashed, the former owner of the Chattogram Royals, and Md Amin Khan, who served as a team official for both Durbar Rajshahi and Chattogram Royals, face a litany of serious allegations, including match-fixing and non-cooperation with anti-corruption investigations. Tamim Iqbal Puts BPL on Hold as Bangladesh Cricket Board Suffers BDT 40 Crore Loss.

Charges Laid by BCB Integrity Unit

The charges, formally brought on Thursday, September 17, 2026, follow extensive investigations conducted by the BCB Integrity Unit into alleged corrupt conduct during the 11th and 12th editions of the high-profile T20 tournament. Both individuals have been immediately provisionally suspended from all cricketing activities as the disciplinary process commences.

Md Abdul Kayum Rashed, who owned the Chattogram Royals during the 12th BPL edition, faces four distinct charges under the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. These include Article 2.1.1 for allegedly fixing, attempting to fix, or improperly influencing the outcome or progress of a match. Furthermore, he is charged under Article 2.4.4 for a reported failure to disclose approaches or invitations to engage in corrupt conduct to the designated anti-corruption official without undue delay. The charges against Rashed also extend to Article 2.4.6 for alleged non-cooperation with the investigation, specifically refusing to provide his primary mobile device, and Article 2.4.7 for purportedly obstructing or delaying the investigation by subsequently refusing to make the device available for forensic examination.

Md Amin Khan, whose roles included operations manager for Durbar Rajshahi in the 11th edition and Chattogram Royals in the 12th, also faces four charges. His charges mirror Rashed’s in part, including Article 2.1.1 for alleged match-fixing or improper influence of a match. He is also accused under Article 2.1.4 for allegedly soliciting, inducing, encouraging, or intentionally facilitating a participant to engage in corrupt conduct. Like Rashed, Khan faces charges under Articles 2.4.6 and 2.4.7 for allegedly failing to cooperate with the investigation and obstructing or delaying it by concealing or destroying communications or other potentially relevant information. Bangladesh Women Advance to Semi-Finals After Washout Against China in Women’s Asian Games 2026.

Next Steps in Disciplinary Process

Both Rashed and Khan have been given 14 days to respond to the charges. Their provisional suspensions will remain in effect throughout the entirety of the disciplinary process, a standard measure to maintain the integrity of the sport. The BCB and ICC maintain a zero-tolerance policy against corruption, emphasizing that such actions undermine the spirit of cricket and the trust of fans globally.

This latest action by the BCB underscores the continuous vigilance required to combat corruption in cricket, particularly in popular franchise leagues like the BPL, ensuring the game remains fair and competitive.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 17, 2026 03:54 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).