M. Nazmul Islam is a prominent administrator in the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). As of January 2026, he has become the center of a major controversy leading to his removal from key leadership roles. 

Removed as Finance Chair: On January 15, 2026, the BCB officially released Nazmul Islam from his role as Chairman of the Finance Committee.

Ongoing Director Status: While stripped of his committee chairmanship, he currently remains a BCB Director, though he is under a formal review and has been suspended from board activities following a show-cause notice.

Acting Replacement: BCB President Aminul Islam Bulbul has assumed the role of Acting Chairman of the Finance Committee until further notice. 

His removal followed an unprecedented standoff between the board and national cricketers: 

Disparaging Remarks: The controversy was sparked by social media comments in which Nazmul Islam reportedly called former captain Tamim Iqbal an "Indian agent" or "Indian broker".

Financial Comments: He also publicly questioned player compensation, suggesting players should return "crores of taka" if they failed to perform or if matches were missed.

Cricketers' Ultimatum: The Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) issued an ultimatum for his resignation. When he initially refused to apologize, players boycotted Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and Dhaka Cricket League matches on January 15, 2026, forcing the board to take action. 

BCB Role: He was an elected director of the BCB and served as a high-ranking official overseeing the board's financial affairs.

Views on Performance: He recently advocated for a performance-based salary structure for cricketers, which contributed to his friction with the national team players. M. Nazmul Islam is a prominent administrator in the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). As of January 2026, he has become the center of a major controversy leading to his removal from key leadership roles.