BCB investigates suspicious stumping in DPL match

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that it is investigating a suspicious stumping dismissal in a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match between Shinepukur Cricket Club and Gulshan Cricket Club.

The incident occurred on Wednesday when Shinepukur needed seven runs in as many overs with just one wicket left. Minhajul Abedin, the batter, came down the pitch to play a wide ball but was stumped by the wicketkeeper. Slow-motion replays showed that Abedin had initially tried to make his ground but then pulled his bat away, leaving it outside the crease.

The unusual stumping dismissal quickly went viral on social media, leading fans to suspect that it could be linked to match-fixing.

The BCB responded by launching an investigation into the incident. The board issued a statement saying it has a strict policy against any form of misconduct or corruption.

"The BCB wishes to reiterate its firm commitment to upholding the integrity of the game and maintaining the highest ethical standards in cricket. The Board has a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of corruption or misconduct that may compromise the spirit of the sport," the statement read.

The BCB's Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) and the League's Technical Committee have already started looking into the alleged irregularities surrounding the match.

"The BCB Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) and the League's Technical Committee have promptly initiated an investigation into the alleged irregularities associated with the match," the statement added. "The BCB remains committed to ensuring fairness and discipline in all cricketing activities under its jurisdiction and will take the necessary actions based on the findings of the investigation."

Additionally, reports suggest that Minhajul Abedin and Naeem Islam, who bowled the delivery, were called in for questioning. They were asked to help the BCB's Anti-Corruption Unit reconstruct the stumping incident by setting up cameras around the wicket at the Shere-e-Bangla National Stadium’s academy ground.