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Lahore Qalandars owner keen to join BPL after discussions with Tamim Iqbal

Lahore Qalandars co-owner and chief operating officer Sameen Rana has expressed interest in joining the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). Rana said he wants to contribute to Bangladesh cricket and believes his experience in franchise cricket could help the tournament improve.The…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:48 AM
Lahore Qalandars owner keen to join BPL after discussions with Tamim Iqbal
Key Things to Know
  • Lahore Qalandars owner Sameen Rana expressed interest in joining the BPL after meeting BCB president Tamim Iqbal.
  • The discussions took place in Abu Dhabi as the BCB explores foreign franchise owners to revamp the league.
  • Rana also proposed a player exchange program allowing emerging Bangladeshi cricketers to train at high-performance facilities in Pakistan.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lahore Qalandars owner Sameen Rana has expressed keen interest in joining the Bangladesh Premier League following discussions with Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal. The two met in Abu Dhabi during Bangladesh's tri-series opener against Zimbabwe to discuss franchise cricket operations and potential involvement. Rana stated he would love to be part of the BPL if the right opportunity arises.

Beyond prospective franchise ownership, Rana suggested establishing a player exchange program with the BCB. Such an initiative would enable emerging Bangladeshi cricketers to train at the Lahore Qalandars' high-performance facilities in Pakistan, mirroring similar agreements the franchise has conducted with Zimbabwe and Guyana.

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