Dhaka, March 24 -- Former Bangladesh captain Shakib al Hasan stirred controversy in the country's sports arena Saturday evening after publicly announcing his affiliation with a betting company.
In his social media post, Shakib encouraged his followers to join the platform - illegal in Bangladesh - and even offered a promo code under his name for a joining bonus, according to The Dhaka Tribune report.
While the Public Gambling Act of 1867 prohibits public gambling and common casinos in Bangladesh, the rise of online gambling has created a legal gray area.
Shakib, a former member of parliament under the now-ousted Sheikh Hasina government, has now openly declared his involvement, sparking widespread criticism.
Social media platforms have ...