BCB to Award Luxury Car for Australia Series MVP

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), under the current ad-hoc committee led by Tamim Iqbal, has formalised a partnership with the automotive brand Chery to provide a significant incentive for national players. During a contract signing ceremony held in Mirpur on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, it was announced that the most valuable Bangladeshi cricketer in the upcoming series against Australia will be awarded a luxury Chery vehicle.

Incentive Structure and Strategic Partnerships

This initiative follows a trend established by the current BCB administration to motivate domestic cricketers through high-value rewards. In the recently concluded series against New Zealand and the ongoing series against Pakistan, the board introduced the practice of awarding motorcycles to top performers. The upcoming series against Australia marks an escalation in the value of these prizes, transitioning from motorcycles to a luxury motorcar.

According to BCB President Tamim Iqbal, the vehicle will be awarded to the “Best Valuable Bangladeshi Cricketer” based on combined performances across the One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) formats against Australia.

Restoring Corporate Confidence

During the event, the BCB President highlighted the significance of attracting global brands back to Bangladesh cricket. He noted that the board’s reputation had suffered over the past two years, making the inclusion of a brand like Chery a vital step in rehabilitating the organisation’s public and corporate standing.

“It is a very positive development for the BCB that a brand like Chery has associated itself with Bangladesh cricket,” Tamim Iqbal stated. He further noted that the previous instance of a car being awarded to a Bangladeshi cricketer occurred over two decades ago, when his brother, former cricketer Nafees Iqbal, received one following Bangladesh’s maiden Test match victory in 2005.

Summary of BCB and Chery Partnership Details

Administrative Impact and Sponsorship Growth

Since the formation of the ad-hoc committee, there has been a documented increase in interest from corporate sponsors. Tamim Iqbal emphasised that this growth is a reflection of renewed trust in the institution rather than any individual. He stated that his role involves actively engaging with potential sponsors to secure investment for the sport.

The BCB President concluded by affirming that the board’s priority remains the collective progress of the sport, stating, “The Board is the most significant entity; individuals come second.” The reintroduction of major prizes like luxury vehicles is intended to foster a competitive environment and reward excellence at the highest level of international cricket.