Former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul and several ousted directors are closely observing the evolving situation following the formation of an ad hoc committee under Tamim Iqbal. The National Sports Council has directed that a new BCB election be held by July 6, 2026. Although Bulbul initially claimed to be the legitimate president and appealed to the ICC alleging government interference, his efforts failed, and the ICC upheld the new committee’s legitimacy.

Many of the 18 former directors remain uncertain about contesting the upcoming election. Those from the club category may have a chance to return as councillors, but the prospects are slim for directors from divisional or player quotas. Several former directors said they have not yet decided whether to participate, preferring to wait and assess the situation. Most have withdrawn from public appearances and cricket-related discussions since losing power.

The previous BCB election, held on October 6 last year, was marred by allegations of manipulation and irregularities. A National Sports Council investigation later found evidence supporting those claims, leading to the dissolution of Bulbul’s board within five months.