The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday extended the deadline for submitting a report by the five-member committee tasked with investigating allegations made by former women’s captain Jahanara Alam, pushing it to December 20.

Calls for swift and transparent action against sexual harassment in Bangladesh’s sporting arena grew louder on Wednesday as athletes and organisers formed a human chain in front of Gate 2 of the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday stated that it had found no irregularities in the selection process of the under-19 women’s cricket team following a review, while also noting that its five-member Inquiry Committee is currently examining additional matters, including issues raised by former national captain Jahanara Alam.

In an interview with The Daily Star, Linu shared insights from her time in the Athletes Commission and suggested solutions.

Former Bangladesh women’s cricket team captain Jahanara Alam’s recent allegations of sexual harassment have sparked widespread discussion in the country’s sporting community. While women athletes in Bangladesh continue to face various forms of harassment, many remain hesitant to speak out -- largely due to the absence of a secure and supportive environment.

As new developments emerge, the committee will have their work cut out to provide a report while ensuring there is no interference from any quarters of the BCB.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday night placed four officials on special duty (OSD) over their suspected complicity in incidents of harassment alleged by former national women’s team skipper Jahanara Alam.

Probe allegations by former cricket skipper properly

Former Bangladesh women’s cricket team skipper Jahanara Alam’s recent allegations of sexual harassment against members of team management have rocked the country’s sporting fraternity, who have called for an independent inquiry and a strong response against the alleged perpetrators if proven guilty.