A significant controversy has erupted in Bangladesh cricket after M. Nazmul Islam, the chairman of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) finance committee, publicly labeled former national captain Tamim Iqbal an "Indian agent." The provocative remark was made in a Facebook post on Thursday, which was subsequently deleted, but screenshots rapidly circulated across social media, igniting intense debate and widespread backlash. Tamim Iqbal's comments, which led to the official's accusation, advised the BCB to approach decisions regarding Bangladesh's participation in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India with careful consideration, prioritizing the country's cricketing future and engaging in dialogue rather than being driven by emotion. He also highlighted that a substantial portion (90-95%) of Bangladesh cricket's revenue is derived from the ICC, implying potential financial repercussions for contentious decisions. This counsel came amidst Bangladesh's reluctance to travel to India for the tournament, a stance reportedly influenced by the BCCI asking Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL. The backlash against Nazmul Islam's comment was swift and severe. Numerous current and former Bangladesh cricketers, including Taskin Ahmed, Mominul Haque, Taijul Islam, and Tamim's brother Nafees Iqbal, publicly condemned the statement, calling it disrespectful and unacceptable. The Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) also expressed shock and outrage, demanding a public apology from Nazmul Islam and calling for accountability from the BCB. While Nazmul Islam later clarified that his remarks were his personal opinion and motivated by national sentiment and security concerns, accusing Tamim of 'batting in favour of India,' the controversy has further underscored underlying political tensions impacting India-Bangladesh cricketing ties.