Faruque Ahmed has strongly rejected allegations of behind-the-scenes manoeuvring, insisting he is aware of who was actively lobbying officials ahead of the recent Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) election and that he was not among them.
Bangladesh cricket continues to grapple with a growing governance crisis. The resignation of seven BCB directors has intensified demands for structural change, with the unrest rooted in the most recent board election.
A number of Dhaka-based club directors boycotted that election, later refusing to take part in leagues conducted under the current administration further deepening divisions within the domestic game.
Amid this backdrop, Faruque addressed the media in Mirpur on Tuesday, delivering pointed remarks that appeared aimed at individuals he believes sought to influence the election outcome through private channels.
Without naming individuals, Faruque suggested he had clear knowledge of late-night lobbying efforts.
“I want to say something today, in front of everyone. Before this election took place, I know who was running around, who was meeting with the adviser until five in the morning. Whether things fell apart or what exactly happened — I cannot say. But I know.”
He contrasted those claims with his own conduct, distancing himself from any such activities.
“I have never parked my car outside someone’s house and waited all night for a meeting. He knows that. He knows how many people tried to speak to him. I was not one of them.”
Faruque went on to allege that those involved in what he described as conspiracies have remained influential across successive phases of Bangladesh cricket administration.
“Those who conspired were in the previous board, they were there during the interim government, and they are still there now. Those who know me understand, I have never been involved in such things.”
Emphasising his own approach, he added:
“I do everything openly. I believe in myself. I am, by principle, a transparent person.”
The BCB vice-president concluded by stressing that his focus remains on improving the system, even at personal cost.
“My goal is to do something good even if it costs me my reputation. I think about how to improve things, not how to protect myself. Those making accusations should reflect on their own actions at the time.”
