Full Name
Mushfiqur Rahim
Short Name
M Rahim
Age
36 years
Born
09 May 1987
Playing Role
Batting Style
Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style
Nationality
Bangladesh
Teams
Mushfiqur Rahim, born on May 9, 1987, is a Bangladeshi cricketer who has played a vital role as a former captain and vice-captain of the Bangladesh national cricket team. He's a right-handed middle-order batsman and wicket-keeper. Mushfiqur made his international debut in 2005 at the young age of 18 years and 17 days, impressively becoming the second-youngest cricketer to play Test cricket at Lord's Cricket Stadium, just after Sachin Tendulkar. He gained fame in 2010 when he scored a rapid century in a Test against India, and he continues to be a consistent run-scorer and wicketkeeper for Bangladesh.
Mushfiqur Rahim holds the record for the highest individual score by a Bangladeshi in Test cricket and is the first wicketkeeper-batsman to achieve two double-hundreds in Test matches. He's also the only Bangladeshi player to win 150 international matches. Mushfiqur's education took place at Bogra Zilla School, and he pursued history at Jahangirnagar University, where he earned a master's degree in 2012. He married Jannatul Kifayet Mondi in 2014, Mondi is the sister of Mahmudullah's wife, Jannatul Kawsar Mishti. Mushfiqur has a son named Mayan, born in 2018.
Mushfiqur Rahim Career
Mushfiqur began his international journey in 2005, making him one of the youngest to play Test cricket at Lord's. He's known for his consistency as a batsman and wicketkeeper, scoring over 11,000 runs.
He has played for various domestic and T20 teams, including Duronto Rajshahi, Chittagong Vikings, Karachi Kings, and more. Mushfiqur played a crucial role in the Bangladesh team. He's been a reliable top-order batsman, and his adaptability and performance earned him the nickname "Mr. Dependable."
As a captain, Mushfiqur led Bangladesh, achieving milestones in both Test and ODI formats. He became the first Bangladeshi wicketkeeper-batsman to score two double-hundreds in Test cricket. Mushfiqur has been a consistent performer, and his contributions to the team are notable. He's also known for his wicket-keeping skills, with over 400 dismissals.
Mushfiqur Rahim retired from T20Is to focus on ODIs and Tests in 2022, His career is marked by numerous centuries and records, making him a standout figure in Bangladeshi cricket history. He has had a significant impact on international cricket and continues to be a key player for Bangladesh, with recent achievements like becoming the first Bangladeshi to win 150 international matches and scoring a century in ODIs.
Mushfiqur Rahim's cricket journey is filled with memorable moments and accomplishments that have made him a cricketing icon for Bangladesh.
Batting
Format | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
test | 86 | 159 | 14 | 5553 | 219 | 38.29 | 11575 | 47.97 | 10 | 26 |
odi | 251 | 234 | 39 | 7257 | 144 | 37.21 | 9104 | 79.71 | 9 | 45 |
t20i | 102 | 93 | 16 | 1500 | 72 | 19.48 | 1304 | 115.03 | - | 6 |
t20 | 257 | 239 | 55 | 5381 | 98 | 29.24 | 4255 | 126.46 | - | 31 |
lista | 345 | 323 | 53 | 10747 | 145 | 39.80 | - | - | 14 | 68 |
firstclass | 135 | 237 | 25 | 8218 | 219 | 38.76 | - | - | 16 | 40 |
t10 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 126 | 46 | 126.00 | 75 | 168.00 | - | - |
Bowling
Format | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
test | 86 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
odi | 251 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
t20i | 102 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
t20 | 257 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
lista | 345 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
firstclass | 135 | - | 15 | 51 | 1 | 1/23 | 51.00 | 3.40 | 90.0 | - | - |
t10 | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |