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BCB Takes Strict Action Against BPL Franchises Due To Outstanding Dues

Rajgeeta Yadav

BCB resorts to legal measures against BPL franchises [Source: @ThePrintIndia/X.com]BCB resorts to legal measures against BPL franchises [Source: @ThePrintIndia/X.com]

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has finally had enough. In a strong and clear message, the BCB has decided to take legal action against teams in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchises that haven’t paid their dues, especially payments owed to players.

Each year, several teams compete in the BPL, Bangladesh’s top Twenty20 (T20) cricket tournament. But this year, there’s been trouble off the field. Many teams have failed to pay their players and settle other financial responsibilities, despite repeated warnings from the BCB. 

Out of all the teams, only Fortune Barishal and Rangpur Riders have cleared all their outstanding payments. The other teams still owe money, even after the BCB gave them multiple chances to sort things out.

Bangladesh Cricket Take Legal Action

On Monday, the BCB held a meeting with the BPL governing council to talk about the problem. They reviewed the financial records from the 11th season of the BPL and agreed unanimously: they will now take legal action against the defaulting teams.

"The Governing Council has decided to pursue legal measures against defaulting franchises," BCB governing council said 

"This decision reflects the BCB's commitment to ensuring contractual accountability and maintaining the integrity of the league," it added.

This step by the BCB is important because it shows they are serious about protecting the rights of players and maintaining the league’s reputation. Cricket leagues should be professional, and that means everyone, including team owners, must stick to their contracts.

One of the worst examples was Durbar Rajshahi, a team that ignored payment deadlines. This led to protests and practice boycotts by some of their overseas players during the season.

In another major move, the BCB has agreed to share revenue from ticket sales with teams, but only with those that have fully paid their players. This is the first time the BCB will give teams a cut from ticket sales. The money will be distributed just before Eid-ul-Adha, but only if teams can prove they’ve paid their players.

This decision could be a turning point for the BPL. If the BCB sticks to its word, we could see a cleaner, more professional league in the future, one where teams are held accountable and players are treated fairly.