The Cricketers’ Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) has backed the Brothers Union players after Friday’s walkover in the Dhaka Premier League (DPL). The players’ body also called for a lifetime ban on club official Amin Khan.
CWAB issued a statement after Brothers Union failed to take the field against Agrani Bank Cricket Club at BKSP. The association said the players had become deeply frustrated after not receiving their payments.
The body said the DPL is a professional tournament and a major source of income for cricketers in the country. It added that clubs must meet their financial commitments to players.
CWAB blamed Brothers Union for the incident. It said the club should have ensured the players received their payments before the match.
According to the statement, the players had asked club officials to pay at least 30 percent of their total dues before Eid. Both sides had agreed to the request. However, the club officials did not keep their promise.
CWAB also claimed that some officials insulted the players during discussions over the payments.
The walkover handed Agrani Bank a win and confirmed Brothers Union’s relegation from the DPL.
The association said it would discuss the matter with the Bangladesh Cricket Board after the board election on June 7. It also plans to work with the BCB to create a legal framework that protects players’ rights and helps prevent similar incidents.
CWAB demanded a lifetime ban on Amin Khan from all BCB activities. It accused him of serious negligence in carrying out his duties.
The association also urged the BCB to take strong action against Brothers Union. It said relegation alone should not be the end of the matter and called for further punishment to set an example for other clubs.
