Nazmul Hassan Papon, the long-serving president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), has officially resigned from his position today during an emergency meeting held by the board amid ongoing political turmoil in Bangladesh. His departure marks the end of a significant era in Bangladeshi cricket, during which the sport saw remarkable growth and numerous challenges.

Papon, who has been at the helm of the BCB since 2012, has overseen a transformative period in Bangladesh cricket, marked by significant achievements on the international stage. However, his tenure has not been without controversy, with recent years seeing increasing criticism over governance issues within the BCB.

During his tenure, which began in 2012, Papon oversaw several milestones in Bangladeshi cricket, including the team's rise to prominence on the international stage, significant infrastructure developments, and the strengthening of grassroots cricket. Under his leadership, Bangladesh hosted major tournaments like the ICC T20 World Cup in 2014 and the ICC ODI World Cup in 2011, the latter in collaboration with India and Sri Lanka. The BCB also successfully launched the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) during his presidency, further elevating the profile of cricket in the country.

A day ago, BCB director Jalal Yunus also stepped down from his position. He was the director of the board, designated by NSC and was the chairman of the Cricket operations department.

The political crisis in Bangladesh, catalyzed by Sheikh Hasina's resignation, has had a ripple effect on institutions like the BCB. With a new interim government in place, the future direction of the BCB remains uncertain as the board faces a period of transition and potential restructuring.

Papon’s resignation marks a significant change in the landscape of Bangladesh cricket. During the emergency meeting, the board also discussed potential candidates to take over the leadership, signaling the beginning of a new era for the BCB. The future direction of the board remains uncertain, with many stakeholders keenly watching how the situation develops.

As Bangladesh navigates through this period of political upheaval, the impact on its cricketing infrastructure will be closely monitored, especially with key tournaments on the horizon.