Dhaka Capitals CEO threatens BPL exit

Dhaka Capitals CEO Atik Fahad has expressed deep frustration over the impact of ongoing Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) issues on the franchise on Friday, warning that the situation could threaten the team’s future involvement in the Bashundhara Cement Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

Speaking at the press conference, Fahad said the mental toll on management and players has undermined performance and motivation, despite the financial sacrifices made to keep the franchise afloat.

“If the management is not content mentally, if my players are not content, what better result can we expect?” Fahad said. “We are running the BPL while losing Tk 2–3 crore every year. On top of that, if we are mentally tortured like this, I don’t know how we can stay competitive or continue to operate a franchise.”

The CEO added that continued uncertainty and scrutiny could force owners to reconsider their participation altogether.

“If this situation continues, we won’t have the courage to continue at all,” Fahad said. “I invest money, absorb losses, bring CSR funds from different companies, and then leave with humiliation. That is simply not possible.”