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<p class="text-align-justify"><em>Even after retiring from international cricket in 2024, Moeen Ali remains active in global franchise leagues. Having observed Bangladesh cricket since his youth, including playing domestically and having ties to Sylhet, the 38-year-old is participating in the current Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) as a member of the Sylhet Titans. In a recent interview with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan, the former England all-rounder discussed the development of cricket in Bangladesh, issues surrounding the BPL, and the influence of politics in sports.</em></p>
<h2>Team Performance and Playoff Prospects</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>The Daily Star (DS):</strong> You seem to have positively impacted the Sylhet Titans. After your arrival, they've won two out of their last three matches. What’s your view on the team's situation and chances for playoffs?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>Moeen Ali (MA):</strong> We have a strong opportunity, but we face two challenging matches against teams like Rajshahi Warriors and Rangpur Riders. They are formidable, so we need to play well to qualify. However, we have a solid squad with promising young local talent.</p>
<h2>Evolution of Bangladesh Cricket</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>DS:</strong> Given your long history with Bangladesh cricket, from U-19 onwards, how do you see its evolution over the last twenty years?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>MA:</strong> Bangladesh started evolving positively with players like Tamim and Shakib, but recent progress seems limited. While there are many competent players, the lack of elite talent has become an issue. Some players struggle to learn and adapt, sometimes making similar mistakes repeatedly. This leads me to feel that the players here take longer to learn.</p>
<h2>The "Fab Five" and Current Talent</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>DS:</strong> With the departure of the "Fab Five," there's a noticeable gap in talent. Why aren't new players emerging at that level?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>MA:</strong> Players need to have a personal drive to differentiate themselves. Bangladesh had the fortune of having top players for an extended period. I believe success stems from learning opportunities, like Rishad Hossain participating in the Big Bash for his development.</p>
<h2>Coaching and Potential</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>DS:</strong> Beyond Rishad and Mustafizur, do you see any other current players with global potential?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>MA:</strong> Players like Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, and Tawhid Hridoy show promise. Hridoy is exceptionally talented, but I haven’t seen consistent improvement. Players must challenge themselves in practice and work on their weaknesses, not just their strengths.</p>
<h2>BPL's Reputation Challenges</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>DS:</strong> Why has the BPL struggled to compete with newer franchise leagues?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>MA:</strong> The BPL has a reputation issue regarding payments. For years, players have reported owed money, which deters them from returning. Players now expect upfront payments due to concerns stemming from past experiences.</p>
<h2>Politics and the Game</h2>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>DS:</strong> How do you feel about the intersection of politics and sports, especially with Mustafizur's IPL situation?</p>
<p class="text-align-justify"><strong>MA:</strong> It saddens me. Sports shouldn't be tainted by politics, yet they often intersect. This complicates the cricketing landscape in Bangladesh.</p>
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