Sun Feb 02 09:18:13 UTC 2025: ## Bangladesh Cricket Board Launches Independent Inquiry into BPL Corruption Allegations
**DHAKA, February 2, 2025** – The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced the formation of an independent inquiry body to investigate a series of corruption allegations surrounding the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). This is the first official corruption investigation into the BPL since 2013, and comes amidst ongoing controversies including delayed player payments and ticketing issues.
The BCB issued a press release stating its commitment to a fair and transparent cricketing environment. While recent media reports have alleged corruption involving specific players and matches, the BCB emphasizes that these claims remain unsubstantiated by its Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU). The new inquiry body will work alongside the ACU to investigate these allegations.
The BCB reiterated its strict adherence to the ICC Anti-Corruption Code and its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption. The board affirmed its ongoing monitoring of integrity issues within Bangladesh cricket, handling all matters with confidentiality and discretion.
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