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BCB Chief Remains Hopeful About Asia Cup Meeting In Dhaka With All ACC Members

Rajgeeta Yadav

BCB chief expects presence of all members at ACC meeting [Source: @cricket97bd and @khab_resh/X.com]BCB chief expects presence of all members at ACC meeting [Source: @cricket97bd and @khab_resh/X.com]

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has scheduled its annual general meeting (AGM) in Dhaka on July 24. This meeting is crucial, especially with the future of the Asia Cup hanging in the balance. However, uncertainty surrounds India’s (BCCI’s) attendance.

According to reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reluctant to send its officials to Dhaka. The main reason is the ongoing political tension in Bangladesh, which has raised safety and diplomatic concerns.

Despite the rumours, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam remains hopeful. He told the media that he expects all member nations, including India, to attend the meeting, either in person or virtually.

"The Asian Cricket Council is the mother body or governing body of cricket in Asia, and previously we have never hosted a major meeting of the Asian Cricket Council," Aminul told reporters on Monday as reported by Cricbuzz. 

Hosting such a significant meeting is a first for Bangladesh Cricket. Aminul Islam called it a “big achievement” and assured that preparations for the event, including an official dinner on July 23, are going smoothly.

"We will hold an official dinner on the 23rd and the ACC AGM in Dhaka on the 24th (July) in Dhaka where almost every country will participate," he said. "This is a big achievement for us, and till now everything is going according to plan (as far as hosting the ACC meeting concerned), and you will receive further updates in due course," he added.

Why Is This Meeting So Important For Asian Cricket?

The upcoming ACC AGM isn’t just a routine meet-up. It’s being held to finalise the schedule and venues for the Asia Cup, a major event in Asian cricket. Any decision here will impact fans, players, and broadcasters alike.

Due to India’s hesitation, there were talks about moving the meeting from Dhaka to Dubai. However, Aminul Islam dismissed these reports, saying everything is on track and Dhaka remains the confirmed venue.

Even if the BCCI doesn’t send officials physically, sources suggest that India might join the ACC AGM online. This way, they can still participate in key decisions without being present in Dhaka.

India’s representatives in the ACC include Rajeev Shukla, BCCI Vice-President and Congress MP, and Ashish Shelar, a key member of the board. Their presence or absence, will be crucial for the meeting’s success.

While cricket tries to unite nations, politics often interferes. The uncertain political climate in Bangladesh is one of the reasons India is reluctant. This tension could influence not just meetings but future tours as well.