As a proud Bangladeshi and an ardent supporter of our national cricket team, witnessing the inequities that our team faces on the international stage is disheartening. Lately, there has been an alarming trend of India wielding undue influence over the International Cricket Council (ICC), impacting the fairness of the sport, particularly for nations like Bangladesh. Despite the apparent control, many of us struggle to find concrete evidence of this manipulation.

A notable example is the inadequate protection of our Bangladeshi players on international tours, particularly in locations where security is paramount. If the ICC can accommodate security concerns for countries like India and Pakistan, allowing them to decide where or not to play, why is Bangladesh not afforded the same consideration? Our players, staff, and fans deserve to feel safe and respected.

This issue is symptomatic of a larger malaise within the ICC's governance, where the voices of smaller cricket nations are often drowned out by more dominant countries. It is essential that cricket, a sport loved by millions worldwide, remains a platform for fair competition and unity, not a battleground for power struggles.

Through this petition, we demand that the ICC take immediate action to ensure equitable treatment of all cricketing nations, including Bangladesh. This includes implementing transparent policies that prioritize the safety and well-being of all players, regardless of their country's size or political influence.

Cricket's ethos is rooted in the principles of fairness and camaraderie, values that the ICC must uphold. Let's bring international cricket back to its true spirit. Stand with us in calling for changes that protect our teams and ensure fairness across the board. Sign this petition to remind the ICC of its duty to all member nations.