DHAKA, April 12, 2026 (BSS) - In a major relief for participating clubs, the 
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided that there will be no relegation 
in the Dhaka First and Second Division Cricket Leagues this season.

The decision was made during a meeting held on Saturday, chaired by BCB ad-
hoc committee president Tamim Iqbal, with representatives from 44 clubs in 
attendance.

Following the meeting, Young Pegasus Club-A councillor Ahsanur Rahman Mallick 
Rony confirmed that all teams will retain their positions in their respective 
divisions and remain eligible to compete at the same level next season.

"We have decided that there will be no relegation this year. All teams are 
safe and will play in their respective divisions next season," he said.

However, uncertainty remains regarding the promotion of four teams-Gulshan 
Club, Young Pegasus Club-A, Dhanmondi Sports Club, and Bashundhara Riders-
which secured advancement based on their performances this season. 

Officials stated that a final decision on their promotion will be announced 
after further discussions.

According to sources within the BCB, the board is considering expanding the 
number of teams in each division if a consensus is not reached.
 
Under the proposal, the Premier League could increase from 12 to 14 teams, 
while the First Division may expand from 20 to 22 teams. 

This development follows recent unrest in domestic cricket, stemming from the 
disputes between clubs and the previous board over election-related issues.
 
The situation shifted after the National Sports Council dissolved the earlier 
board, paving the way for the current interim administration.