Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has addressed the recent tensions between the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), stating that the relationship is improving. As the interim president of the BCB, Tamim acknowledged the previous administration's mishandling of the 2026 T20 World Cup situation, which led to Bangladesh's withdrawal. The controversy arose when the BCCI instructed the Kolkata Knight Riders to release Mustafizur Rahman. Bangladesh's request to move its matches out of India due to security concerns was rejected by the ICC. Speaking to the Indian Express, Tamim criticized the handling of the situation. He also discussed his positive relationship with current BCCI president, Mithun Manhas, and supported the India vs Bangladesh series. Tamim believes the BCB and BCCI have no significant issues. He highlighted the popularity of the India-Bangladesh matches. Additionally, Tamim discussed the issues within Bangladesh cricket, criticizing the previous administration for poor governance and unpaid players in domestic leagues, leading to significant disruptions. He mentioned the resignation of several directors and the involvement of previous board members in alleged activities. Tamim's primary goal is to rebuild Bangladesh cricket and prevent future mistakes.