Payment disputes once again overshadowed the Bangladesh Premier League as Nasir Hossain revealed he has yet to receive the majority of his agreed salary following the conclusion of the tournament.
The 12th edition of the BPL ended on 23 January 2026, but nearly a month later several cricketers are still awaiting full payment. Nasir, who represented Dhaka Capitals, confirmed he has received only 25 per cent of his contracted fee, with 75 per cent still outstanding.
Speaking to reporters, the all-rounder said: “I have received 25 per cent. Seventy-five per cent is still due. As far as I know, Mithu bhai (Iftekhar Rahman Mithu) has assured us. We will wait until this month. If they cannot pay within this time, there is money kept as Dhaka’s security deposit. From there our payment will be made.”
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has already indicated that if franchises fail to clear dues within the stipulated period, payments will be settled from their bank guarantees. Nasir echoed that position, expressing hope that the matter would be resolved by the end of February 2026.
The issue extends beyond Dhaka Capitals. New franchise Noakhali Express reportedly left around Tk 1 crore 75 lakh outstanding, while Rangpur Riders are said to have withheld 25 per cent of payments.
In contrast, champions Rajshahi Warriors, who defeated Chattogram in the final, cleared payments to players, coaches and support staff promptly after lifting the title.
Nasir did not hide his frustration at the recurring financial instability in the league.
“In my opinion, those who do not have money should not be given a team. I do not understand what thinking goes into awarding franchises,” he said.
He warned that such irregularities risk harming Bangladesh’s reputation in the global game. “It is not only about us; it damages the honour of the whole country. Foreign players come here. When they return home, they speak about poor payment systems and bad management. Before giving a team, the BCB should ensure financial capability. Otherwise, one day the standard of the BPL will become worse than neighbourhood cricket.”
Nasir added that players remain in regular communication with franchise officials through team group messages, but assurances of “tomorrow” or “the day after tomorrow” have so far not translated into full settlement.
