ACC raids BCB again over 'corruption, irregularities'

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has once again conducted a raid at the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), this time over three specific allegations-irregularities in Third Division team selections, inconsistencies in the BCB constitution, and financial corruption, reports bdnews24.com.
A four-member ACC team arrived at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur in the city on Saturday afternoon and reviewed documents.
This marks the ACC's third visit in recent weeks, following two previous raids last month.
Speaking to reporters, ACC Assistant Director Raju Ahmed said they found several inconsistencies during their three-hour investigation and that the inquiry may extend.
"Today's operation focused on the irregularities in the third-division selection process and broader issues concerning the BCB constitution, financial dealings, and other misconduct," he said.
"We have collected records, reviewed them since morning, and interviewed relevant individuals.
We will continue reviewing additional documents and collecting more statements."
Following the initial raid, ACC officials had raised questions about the increased registration fees and new rules for third-division trials. A month later, the same concerns resurfaced.
"Participating in Third Division trials used to be straightforward, but since 2022, certain obstacles have been created. We're examining whether the process remains fair, transparent, and legally sound."
Raju added that the ACC is scrutinising the legitimacy of the BCB's constitution.
"We reviewed the
validity of the constitution. There had been allegations of inconsistencies, and a court ruling had mandated revisions. We're checking whether those revisions were implemented accordingly."