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Bangladesh Cricket Board Opens Inquiry Into Jahanara Alam’s Harassment Allegations

The former women’s captain alleges a then selector made unwanted physical contact, including intrusive questions about her menstrual cycle.

Overview

  • The board said a committee will report its findings within 15 working days and pledged a safe, professional environment.
  • Jahanara describes conduct during the 2022 Women’s World Cup that included hugs that pulled players to his chest and questions about her period.
  • She says she raised concerns repeatedly over 18 months with women’s wing chief Nadel Hossain Siraj and CEO Nizamuddin Chowdhury without effective action.
  • Former selector and manager Manjurul Islam rejected the accusations as baseless, and coordinator Sarfaraz Babu also denied being involved.
  • Jahanara, a veteran of 135 internationals who last played in 2023, spoke publicly in an interview published by Riasat Azim and said she is on a mental‑health break.