A probe committee formed to investigate alleged irregularities and favoritism in the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) election has submitted its report to the National Sports Council (NSC). The committee interviewed several individuals as part of the inquiry. However, former sports adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan did not respond to the committee’s summons.

In a verified Facebook post on Sunday, April 5, Asif Mahmud explained four reasons for his noncompliance. He stated that the ministry was investigating a matter beyond its jurisdiction since the BCB is an autonomous body. He also argued that the committee’s notification had predetermined conclusions, and that investigating a case pending before the High Court amounted to contempt of court. Additionally, he alleged that the state minister for sports was pressuring board directors to resign or comply for personal gain.

Asif Mahmud concluded that he would not participate in any process he considered irregular or contemptuous of court, which is why he ignored the committee’s interview notice.