Jahanara’s Case Takes a Critical Turn
Bangladesh fast bowler Jahanara Alam has officially submitted her written statement to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) inquiry committee, marking a major development in the ongoing sexual-harassment allegations she raised last month. The statement—filed on December 4 after she requested additional time—will serve as the core document for the five-member committee investigating her claims.
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The BCB had initially directed the committee to submit its findings within 15 days, but due to Jahanara’s request for more time, the deadline has now been extended to December 20.
Sensitive Allegations Under Review
According to a press release from Jahanara’s legal team, the statement has been submitted in full but will not be made public due to the “sensitive and confidential” nature of the allegations. The committee has confirmed receipt of her statement and will review the evidence before presenting recommendations to the board.
Jahanara’s allegations involve former women’s team manager and selector Manjurul Islam, and the late Towhid Mahmud, a former member of the women’s team department. She previously shared that both men allegedly made inappropriate advances during the 2022 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. She also stated that she informed BCB CEO Nizamuddin Chowdhury about the harassment in 2022, but no action was taken at the time.
Voices Within Bangladesh Cricket Call for Fairness
The allegations have sparked a strong reaction within the Bangladesh cricket community. Senior cricketer Tamim Iqbal publicly urged for a transparent and unbiased investigation, stating that “no woman should ever face such a situation.” His comments added further pressure on the BCB to ensure due process.
Jahanara’s Current Status
Currently residing in Australia, Jahanara is on a break from international cricket citing mental health concerns. Her last appearance for Bangladesh came in December last year during the home T20I series against Ireland. Across her career, she has represented the country in 135 international matches, becoming one of Bangladesh’s most experienced women cricketers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the Jahanara Alam case about?
She has accused former team officials of sexual harassment during the 2022 Women’s World Cup.
2. Has the BCB made the statement public?
No. The board confirmed that the statement is confidential due to the sensitive nature of the allegations.
3. What happens next in the investigation?
The inquiry committee will review all evidence and submit its final report to the BCB by December 20.
4. Is Jahanara still playing for Bangladesh?
No. She is currently on a break from international cricket and living in Australia.
5. Has anyone within Bangladesh cricket commented?
Yes—senior cricketer Tamim Iqbal has called for a fair and unbiased investigation.
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