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Abdullah Al Mehdi

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Enjoying captaincy, not thinking about quitting: Joty

The Bangladesh team are set to depart today for the T20 World Cup qualifiers in Nepal, starting on January 18.
13 January 2026, 17:38 PM
13 January 2026, 17:38 PM
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Hockey’s ‘slap’, shot put power make cricketer Juairiya

Juairiya Ferdous, who earned a maiden call-up to the national team for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup Qualifiers in Nepal starting January 18, has not only represented Bangladesh in multiple sports but also excelled in disciplines like hockey, kabaddi, and athletics.
10 January 2026, 08:00 AM
10 January 2026, 08:00 AM
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Will Emon’s ‘courageous’ move to No. 4 work in the long run?

Parvez Hossain Emon has batted mostly as an opener in Bangladesh’s T20I side, but with an opener-heavy top order at the moment, Emon could be seen at a new position in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
29 December 2025, 02:30 AM
29 December 2025, 02:30 AM
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Shanto sizzles to ‘put pressure on selectors’

Rajshahi Warriors captain Najmul Hossain Shanto celebrated with a pumped fist and the customary air kiss off the bat after marking a match-winning century in Sylhet yesterday. More than a milestone, it was a determined effort to seize an opportunity in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) he had
27 December 2025, 03:00 AM
27 December 2025, 03:00 AM
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A LOOK BACK AT 2025  / Hope flickers despite hurdles

Hope and despair -- Bangladesh women’s cricket team saw both sides of the coin in 2025, as the possibilities shown this year and the turbulence faced both on and off the field left them standing on the precipice of either progress or regression going into the new year.
26 December 2025, 02:30 AM
26 December 2025, 02:30 AM
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‘Special skill creates that demand’: Ashraful on Mustafizur’s INR 9.2cr IPL deal

There is a long-standing perception that Mustafizur Rahman has not been the same since undergoing a shoulder surgery in 2016.
18 December 2025, 02:15 AM
18 December 2025, 02:15 AM
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Akbar hails Rangpur spirit in ‘competitive’ NCL

Winning any trophy is always special, but this time it was even sweeter for captain Akbar Ali due to the competitiveness of the tournament, which had often been questioned, and the quality of the wickets, which added further satisfaction.
9 December 2025, 17:50 PM
9 December 2025, 17:50 PM
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Can hybrid wickets solve Mirpur conundrum?

The conversation around the Mirpur wickets has been a long-standing issue in Bangladesh cricket.
6 December 2025, 04:00 AM
6 December 2025, 04:00 AM
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NCL T20 mess highlights BCB’s lack of foresight

Incessant rain has finally forced the postponement of the NCL T20 tournament for an indefinite period, the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) tournament committee confirmed yesterday.
17 September 2025, 02:00 AM
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Escape from Nepal

Himalayan calm, chaotic Kathmandu, and a frantic exit
15 September 2025, 15:32 PM
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Women’s team continue WC prep against age-level boys

Bangladesh women's team players are set to compete in a tri-series – a preparatory tournament ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup –starting today at the BKSP, which will feature two women's teams, named the red and green team, and the Under-15 men's team.
18 August 2025, 02:00 AM
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Will BCB’s vagueness around Mirpur wickets change with Hemming?

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has once again brought back Australia’s Tony Hemming -- this time as the head of turf management, after previously hiring him as a curator.
13 August 2025, 02:00 AM
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Preliminary Asia Cup squad exposes shallow pipeline

A little over a year ago, all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin inadvertently exposed the sorry state of the players' pipeline in Bangladesh when he told the media, "To be honest, there are 20-25 players in Bangladesh who are capable of playing international cricket… Opportunities will come if I can stay fit."
7 August 2025, 03:00 AM
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BCB mulls revisiting the past amid fears and excitement

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials are considering adding some overseas flair in the country's first-class competitions – National Cricket League (NCL) and the Bangladesh Cricket League (BCL) – a move that has already caused some controversy, and brought forward arguments both for and against it.
1 August 2025, 03:00 AM
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‘Players have to upskill to keep up with global strike-rate standard’

English power-hitting coach Julian Wood is no stranger to Bangladesh cricket, having coached Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) sides Chattogram Challengers and Sylhet Sunrisers before. But his forthcoming stint in the country will be different as for the first time he will be working with the national side for a three-week camp on power-hitting from August 10 to September 3.
31 July 2025, 03:00 AM
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Aminul steps in as ‘wickets exist but no plan’

As a former Bangladesh captain with experience at the ICC, the BCB president felt compelled to intervene.
30 July 2025, 04:08 AM
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Can Litton and Co’s recurring batting ailments be cured?

Captaincy, however, might have influenced his recent innings -- particularly the 76 in the second T20I against Sri Lanka in Dambulla, the highest score by a Bangladesh T20I captain.
18 July 2025, 03:03 AM
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‘Culture never formed where selectors explain to players’

The 29-year-old allrounder -- with 80 international matches under his belt -- opened up about the issue on how he processed the explosive remark made by the chief selector recently.
11 July 2025, 03:09 AM
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Litton’s litmus test on form and new role

Called back into the ODI squad, the 30-year-old returns with greater responsibilities to bear.
24 June 2025, 04:00 AM
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Galle, Mushfiqur, and another statement 

Mushfiqur Rahim is playing only one format -- Test.
17 June 2025, 18:30 PM
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Long-term planning or short-term thinking?

Is BCB building a team for the future, or simply reacting to the present?
13 June 2025, 01:15 AM
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Taskin leaves for England to consult ankle specialist

Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed left for England yesterday to consult an ankle specialist regarding the Achilles injury that ruled him out of the ongoing Test series against Zimbabwe..Taskin is scheduled to consult Doctor James Calder, a renowned specialist in treating Achilles Tendinopathy,
28 April 2025, 12:08 PM
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Hriody suspension altered again as BCB caves in to players' pressure

The circus surrounding the way the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) handled the suspension episode of Mohammedan captain Towhid Hridoy gathered further wind on Friday.
25 April 2025, 15:48 PM
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Selectors ‘hoping’ Bijoy card works this time

While Bijoy's return may look like a one-off decision, it appears the selectors are willing to give this chapter a few more pages.
25 April 2025, 04:00 AM
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‘As long as I’m fit, I’ll play Tests’

PSL beckons but Rana’s ambition lay in Test cricket which he divulged during an interview with The Daily Star’s Abdullah Al Mehdi yesterday
5 April 2025, 02:00 AM
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Time for the experienced bunch to finally step up

Who are the seniors in Bangladesh cricket?
17 March 2025, 02:00 AM
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A step towards improving batting intent

Beyond simply crowning a champion, any cricket tournament in Bangladesh must serve a greater purpose -- developing players for the national team. This year, the Women’s Dhaka Premier League (DPL), held from February 19 to March 13, was also a crucial platform for preparing and selecting the squad for the Women’s ODI World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan in April.
15 March 2025, 03:00 AM
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‘He comes to practice on holidays and maybe some don’t like that’

As he bids farewell to ODIs, former Bangladesh captain Habibul Bashar reflected on Mushfiqur’s career, his impact on the game, and the legacy he leaves behind.
7 March 2025, 10:18 AM

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