The dispute follows a disappointing performance by the Bangladesh women's team, who returned empty-handed from the Asian Games after losing to Pakistan by 31 runs while chasing 145. Questioned about whether T20 captain Nigar Sultana Joty’s decision to resign mid-tournament affected squad performance, Imran claimed that management had "sized up" the coach and captain during a major event. BCB Women's Wing Director Rafiqul Islam Babu firmly rejected the coach's statements as "falsehoods," stating that the board will demand a written explanation regarding his comments. Babu added that several players had previously voiced complaints regarding Imran's conduct, and clarified that Joty's resignation from the captaincy was an individual decision that also disappointed board officials. Imran's two-year tenure as head coach is scheduled to conclude in October.