Jahanara Alam accuses former selector of sexual harassment BCB probes

Former Bangladesh women’s fast bowler Jahanara Alam has levelled separate allegations against both former officials and current team leadership, prompting mixed responses from the Bangladesh Cricket Board and an internal inquiry into one set of claims. In a series of interviews this week, the 32 year old accused a former selector and team manager of sexual harassment during the 2022 Women’s World Cup in South Africa and alleged that current captain Nigar Sultana had physically assaulted junior players on multiple occasions.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board said it has opened a formal investigation into the sexual harassment allegation involving former selector and manager Manjurul Islam and has appointed a committee to report its findings within 15 working days. BCB vice-president Shakhawat Hossain said the matter must be investigated because it is serious, and the board reiterated its commitment to a safe, respectful and professional environment for players.

Jahanara described an incident during the 2022 World Cup in which she said Manjurul made inappropriate physical contact, and she told the board she had previously raised concerns without action. Manjurul, who is currently in...