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The Bangladesh Cricket Board stated that it was not aware of any measures regarding Anamul Haque Bijoy’s restriction on travelling outside or leaving the country.

The BCB will also form an independent inquiry body to support the Anti-Corruption Unit in the ongoing BPL regarding the match and spot fixing. 

Reports were circulating in the media that some players were under investigation for corruption in the BPL, which included Anamul—who captained Durbar Rajshahi in the first half of the tournament.

There were also reports that Anamul—who has played 74 internationals for Bangladesh—was given an embargo on going outside the country. However, in a media release, BCB said that nothing like that happened to its concern.

‘BCB has noted with concern that recent media reports suggesting that cricketer Anamul Haque Bijoy has been subjected to a ‘restriction on travelling outside or leaving the country’ by relevant authorities due to legal issues related to the Anti-Corruption Code,’ the media release read.

‘The BCB would like to categorically state that it is not aware of any such measures being imposed on Mr. Haque and confirms that it has received no notification regarding official restrictions placed on him at this time,’ it continued.

BCB reiterated the fact that the ACU associated with BCB was ‘continuously monitoring all matters relating to integrity within Bangladesh cricket, addressing them with due confidentiality and discretion.

‘The BCB has also come across media coverage regarding potential anti-corruption concerns about the BPL. The Board reiterates its firm commitment to upholding the integrity and spirit of the game. The BCB strictly adheres to the ICC Anti-Corruption Code for Participants and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption in any form,’ it added.

‘As part of its ongoing efforts, the BCB is in the process of establishing an Independent Inquiry Body to further support the ACU in its investigations,’ the media release said.

The BPL is in its final stage with the playoffs to start from February 3.