Tamim Iqbal elected youngest president of Bangladesh Cricket Board
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 12:08 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Tamim Iqbal has been elected president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board, becoming the youngest to hold the position at 37 years old. He secured 73 of 75 votes during the election held at Sher-e Bangla National Stadium. Tamim previously led the BCB's ad-hoc committee and takes over following a period marked by corruption investigations and leadership changes. He emphasized the need for broad consensus on constitutional reforms and called for patience as he acclimates to his new role. His four-year term begins with a commitment to transparency and integrity within the board.
- •Tamim Iqbal elected BCB president with 73 votes
- •He is the youngest president at 37 years old
- •Previously led the BCB's ad-hoc committee
- •Calls for consensus on constitutional changes
- •Pledged transparency and honesty in board operations
- 12:08 PMYahoo Sports — At 37, Tamim Iqbal becomes youngest Bangladesh Cricket Board President
"Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has been elected president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board, becoming the youngest person to hold the role. The 37-year-old won 73 of 75 votes and will serve a four-year term. Tamim pledged transparency, honesty and gradual reforms, saying any constitutional changes would require broad consensus among the board's councillors and stakeholders.
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