Leadership Change Looms as Faruque Ahmed Urged to Quit BCB Role

A storm is brewing inside the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) as increased pressure grows on veteran cricket administrator Faruque Ahmed to resign from his present position. Formerly a well-respected figure within Bangladesh's playing and administration, Faruque now stands at the vortex of an internal struggle for power that has the potential to reshape the fate of the country's cricketing administration.

Faruque Ahmed has been thought of as one of the most astute cricketing brains in Bangladesh for many years. He was a former captain of the national side and chief selector who played a critical role in raising talents that went on to become the pillars of Bangladesh cricket. Yet within the last few months, some of his top seniors within the board have taken umbrage with his leadership style, pointing out a mismatch between the BCB's current strategic objectives and his style of governance.

The move to have Faruque removed is reportedly based on disputes over team selection, approaches towards developing players, and administrative transparency. Some board members are said to feel that his style is now out of date in the contemporary cricketing environment. "Faruque has done a good job for Bangladesh cricket but the game's changed," a senior BCB member was reported as stating. "We need leadership that can make data-driven decisions, high-performance systems, and understands the new player generation.".

The crisis was further fueled by Bangladesh's recent poor performances on the international stage. While the players have been criticized, the problem is cited by insiders as structural within the board's cricket operations department—where Faruque has immense sway. The miscommunication between selectors, coaches, and player management resulted in inconsistent team planning and performance.

Faruque Ahmed, who has a placid personality, has yet to keep silent on the mounting speculation. Sources around him indicate he believes that he has been unfairly singled out for failures that are systemic in nature and beyond his immediate control. "He's not one to leave with ease," said a former colleague. "But it's evident the climate surrounding him has become hostile."

The timing of the demand for change is important for Bangladesh cricket. With the large tournaments, such as the 2026 ICC Champions Trophy and the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle, looming on the horizon, the BCB is under tremendous pressure to firm up its setup. A vacuum at the top or ongoing internal turmoil could jeopardize preparations and impact team morale.

The internal politics of the BCB have been a theme of discussion in Bangladesh cricket for quite some time. The board has seen several changes in power, with administrative judgments consistently driven by loyalty and not merit. Critics feel that this trend of internal conflict has hindered Bangladesh's ability to create a consistent high-performance culture. The situation regarding the future of Faruque Ahmed may be another instance of that habitual unpredictability.

Faruque's supporters, however, believe that bringing him down now will be self-defeating. They insist that despite recent setbacks, he is a man of cricketing honesty and experience who can still make a constructive input into long-term change. "Faruque has ever been a man who put the game ahead of politics," said one previous BCB administrator. "Rather than marginalizing him, the board should reflect on how his experience can be utilized to groom the next generation of administrators.

Meanwhile, there are rumors that the BCB is already scouting for possible replacements. Khaled Mahmud Sujon and Naimur Rahman Durjoy have been mentioned as likely replacements for expanded administrative positions. Both of them are past national captains who have also served in key positions at the board, indicating that the BCB is planning to welcome a new generation of player leadership.

With tensions building, a definitive decision on Faruque Ahmed's future is imminent. Whether he resigns on his own or is removed, his exit would bring an era in Bangladesh cricket administration to an end—one marked by passion, determination, and, at times, polarization.

For the time being, everyone's attention is on Dhaka BCB headquarters. The decision in this struggle for leadership may not only seal the fate of Faruque Ahmed but also define the destiny and stability of Bangladesh cricket in the years ahead.