India, April 8 -- Tamim Iqbal's first public message as Bangladesh Cricket Board's interim chief was not about long-term development, future tours or domestic restructuring. It was about repair. Taking charge after the dissolution of the previous board over alleged irregularities in the 2025 election, the former Bangladesh captain said restoring the board's damaged reputation had to be the immediate priority.

The 37-year-old, who retired from international cricket in 2023 and remains Bangladesh's only batter with centuries in all three formats, was appointed to lead the ad hoc committee at a time when the board is under intense scrutiny. The backdrop is not limited to the election controversy alone. Bangladesh cricket has also been carry...