"Bangladesh Players' Association President Shocked by Death Threats: Calls for Urgent Action"

Bangladesh Urges Relocation of World Cup Matches to Sri Lanka Amid Security Concerns

Amid escalating security concerns, Bangladesh has made a bold demand for their four preliminary World Cup matches to be relocated from India to Sri Lanka. The country's Cricketers’ Welfare Association (CWAB) president, Mohammad Mithun, revealed that he has received death threats for advocating for the players' welfare.

In a recent interview with 'Cricbuzz', Mithun reiterated his stance on ensuring the safety of the national team at the upcoming T20 World Cup. The CWAB president emphasized that while they are eager to participate in the tournament, the players' security must not be compromised.

The turmoil began when Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Najmul Islam suggested that players would not be compensated if the team withdrew from the World Cup due to security concerns. This led to a boycott by the players, with Mithun standing firm on their rights.

Mithun disclosed that he has refrained from informing the BCB about the threats he received, but he is aware that some players have also been targeted. The CWAB president expressed his concern over the safety of the players and stressed the importance of their well-being.

Despite the challenges, Mithun expressed his desire for the team to compete in the World Cup but emphasized that player safety should be the top priority. He called for a collective decision by the board and the government to ensure the welfare of the players.

Prior to the security concerns, Bangladesh faced controversy when pacer Mustafizur Rahman was removed from the IPL on the BCCI's instructions amid attacks on Hindus in India. The decision sparked outrage from the Bangladesh government and cricket board.

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