Mushfiqur Rahim: News
Born on May 9, 1987, Mushfiqur Rahim is a wicket-keeper batsman and former captain and vice-captain of the Bangladesh cricket team. Regarded as one of the most successful captains of the Bangladesh Test team, Rahim has several records under his belt. Rahim was born in Bogra and completed his education at Jahangirnagar University. He made his international Test debut in 2005 against England, and One Day International (ODI) debut, and T20 International (T20I) debut in 2006. As of 2021, Rahim has played 394 international matches and has scored 15 centuries and 68 half-centuries. Rahim holds the record for being the first and only wicket-keeper batsman to score two double hundreds in Test cricket. He is also the first and only Bangladeshi player to score three double-hundreds in Test cricket and to win 150 international matches. A football fanatic, Rahim is a fan of football team FC Barcelona, and football player Messi. He represents the Rajshahi Division in domestic cricket.
Bangladesh drop Najmul Hossain Shanto for Sri Lanka T20I series
Bangladesh have made several changes to their squad for the upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka.
2nd Test, dominant SL register innings win over Bangladesh: Stats
Sri Lanka have recorded a thumping innings win over Bangladesh in the second and final Test match in Colombo.
2nd Test: Sri Lanka in total command versus Bangladesh
Sri Lanka are in complete command against Bangladesh in the ongoing second and final Test match in Colombo.
Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim completes 9,000 First-Class runs: Key stats
Senior Bangladesh batter Mushfiqur Rahim has completed 9,000 runs in First-Class cricket.
Bangladesh batter Mushfiqur Rahim surpasses these veterans: Key stats
Mushfiqur Rahim, the veteran Bangladesh cricketer, has added another feather to his cap.
Colombo Test: Sri Lanka dominate Bangladesh on rain-curtailed Day 1
Sri Lanka dominated Bangladesh on a rain-curtailed Day 1 of the 2nd Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo.
ICC Test Rankings: Rishabh Pant, Ben Duckett attain new highs
India's Rishabh Pant and England's Ben Duckett have attained career-high ratings in the latest ICC Men's Test Rankings for batters.
SL-BAN Galle Test results in a draw: Key stats
Rain had a crucial say in the first Test match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Galle.
Galle Test: Najmul Hossain Shanto scripts history with twin tons
Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto has rewritten the record books by completing a solid hundred on Day 5 of the opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Galle Test: Rain plays spoilsport on Day 5
The first Test match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Galle has been marred by rain on the final day.
Decoding highest 4th-wicket partnerships for Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Tests)
Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim have set a new record for Bangladesh's highest fourth-wicket partnership against Sri Lanka in Test cricket.
Decoding highest individual scores for Bangladesh batters in Galle (Tests)
Mushfiqur Rahim's brilliant 163 helped Bangladesh post a strong total of 494/10 in the first innings of the opening Test against Sri Lanka.
1st Test: Bangladesh close in on 500 against Sri Lanka
Bangladesh maintained their dominance over Sri Lanka on Day 2 of the ongoing 1st Test at the Galle International Stadium.
1st Test: Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim set this record for Bangladesh
In a remarkable display of resilience and skill, skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim registered the highest fourth-wicket partnership for Bangladesh against Sri Lanka in Test cricket.
1st Test: Centurions Shanto, Mushfiqur power Bangladesh against Sri Lanka
After enduring a turbulent first session, Bangladesh dominated Sri Lanka on Day 1 of the 1st Test at the Galle International Stadium.
Mushfiqur Rahim clocks his fourth Test hundred vs SL: Stats
Mushfiqur Rahim has hammered his fourth Test hundred against Sri Lanka.
Najmul Hossain Shanto completes 2,000 Test runs with 6th century
Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto scored a solid hundred on Day 1 of the opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
SL vs BAN: Galle hosts first match of WTC 2025-27
The 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle is set to kick off with the 1st Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Galle, starting June 17.
Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe, 2nd Test: Match preview and stats
Bangladesh are under severe pressure going into the second Test match against Zimbabwe, after a three-wicket loss in Sylhet.
Mehidy Hasan emphasizes on early preparation for 2027 ODI WC
Bangladesh all-rounder, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, has stressed the need to start preparing for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup immediately.
Mahmudullah announces retirement from international cricket: Details here
Mahmudullah, the veteran Bangladeshi cricketer, has announced his retirement from international cricket.
Mahmudullah opts out of BCB's central contract: Here's why
Star all-rounder Mahmudullah has opted out of the Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) central contract for 2025.
Mushfiqur Rahim bows out as Bangladesh's most capped ODI player
Bangladesh's veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim has called time on his ODI career.
Taskin Ahmed earns A+ category in Bangladesh's 2025 central contracts
Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed has been promoted to the A+ category in the proposed central contracts for 2025.
What lies ahead for Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah?
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that experienced players Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah would have to prove their worth to make it to the ODI squad.
Pakistan face Bangladesh in Champions Trophy: Presenting key player battles
Co-hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh will meet for their last match of the ICC Champions Trophy, at Rawalpindi.
Pakistan, Bangladesh eye redemption in final Champions Trophy clash
Pakistan and Bangladesh will meet for their last match of the ICC Champions Trophy, at Rawalpindi.
CT: Axar Patel reacts as Rohit's fumble denies him hat-trick
In a dramatic turn of events in India's 2025 Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh, all-rounder Axar Patel was denied a historic hat-trick.
CT, India vs Bangladesh: Key battles to watch out for
The Indian cricket team will take on Bangladesh in their first match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, on February 20.
Confident India meet Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy opener: Preview
The Indian cricket team will take on Bangladesh in their first match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, on February 20.
ICC Champions Trophy, India vs Bangladesh: Statistical preview
The Indian cricket team will take on Bangladesh in their first match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, on February 20.
Champions Trophy: Bangladesh skipper Shanto backs team to lift title
Bangladesh cricket team captain, Najmul Hossain Shanto, has set his eyes on the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
Bangladesh's 2025 Champions Trophy squad: Decoding strengths and weaknesses
The Bangladesh cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy.
Mushfiqur, Shanto to miss West Indies Tests: Details here
Bangladesh have received a huge blow as Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim have been ruled out of the upcoming away two-Test series against West Indies.
Mushfiqur Rahim owns these prominent records in Test cricket
Mushfiqur Rahim has written his name in the history books of cricket by becoming the first Bangladeshi to cross the 6,000-run mark in Tests.
Presenting Bangladesh batters with 4,500+ runs in Test cricket
Mushfiqur Rahim has become the first Bangladesh batter to complete 6,000 runs in Test cricket.
Mushfiqur Rahim becomes first Bangladesh batter with 6,000 Test runs
Bangladesh batter Mushfiqur Rahim has completed 6,000 runs in Test cricket.
Kagiso Rabada becomes 3rd-fastest SA bowler to 300 Test wickets
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada has reached a major career milestone, becoming the sixth South African bowler to take 300 Test wickets.
Presenting batters with highest scores in India vs Bangladesh T20Is
After sweeping Bangladesh in a two-match Test series, the Indian cricket team will face them in a three-match T20I series.
Decoding batters with most runs in India vs Bangladesh T20Is
India lock horns with neighbors Bangladesh in a three-match T20I series starting from October 6.
Bowlers who have dismissed Mushfiqur Rahim the most in Tests
In the first Test between India and Bangladesh, Mushfiqur Rahim was dismissed by Ravichandran Ashwin for a modest 13 runs in the 4th innings.
Presenting Bangladesh Test captains with 50+ scores against India
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto managed 82 runs during his side's second innings of the first Test against India in Chennai.
Jasprit Bumrah completes 400 international wickets: Key stats
Jasprit Bumrah has etched his name in the annals of Indian cricket history by becoming the sixth Indian fast bowler to claim 400 international wickets.
Bangladesh batters with highest Test average in Asia (2,000-plus runs)
India are set to host Bangladesh in a two-Test series starting September 19 in Chennai.
Decoding Mushfiqur Rahim's sensational Test stats in Asia
India and Bangladesh will be squaring off for a two-match Test series, starting at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, on September 19.
Mushfiqur Rahim vs Ravichandran Ashwin in Test cricket: Key stats
India and Bangladesh will be squaring off for a two-match Test series, starting at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, September 19.
Decoding wicketkeepers with most dismissals in India vs Bangladesh Tests
India lock horns with Bangladesh in a two-Test series starting from September 19, in Chennai.
Batters with most 50-plus scores in India vs Bangladesh Tests
India lock horns with Bangladesh in the first Test in Chennai on September 19.
List of Bangladesh batters with centuries against India in Tests
India have dominated the Test scenario against Bangladesh, winning all the matches that have been played (11-1-0).
Decoding batters with most runs in India vs Bangladesh Tests
India and Bangladesh gear up for a two-match Test series, starting September 19.
Team India cannot overlook visitors Bangladesh in upcoming Test series
The Indian cricket team will be wary of the Bangladesh side visiting for a two-match Test series, starting September 19 onward.