Last updated on March 14th, 2024 at 01:55 pm
Mahmudullah Riyad has been an unsung hero of Bangladesh cricket for more than a decade. He has been a part of some of the most memorable moments in Bangladesh cricket history, but has seldom received the credit he deserves.
1. Mahmudullah: A brief biography
Mahmudullah was born in Rangpur, Bangladesh, on 4 February 1986. He made his first-class debut for Rangpur Division in 2004, and his List A debut for the same team the following year. He played for the national Under-19 team at the 2004 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
Mahmudullah made his One Day International debut for Bangladesh against Zimbabwe on September 10, 2007. He played in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20, and made his Test debut against Sri Lanka on July 11, 2009.
Mahmudullah is a right-handed batsman and a part-time off-spinner. He is the current captain of the Bangladesh national cricket team in limited-overs formats.
2. Mahmudullah: The family man
Mahmudullah is known as one of the most versatile batsmen in the Bangladesh team. He can play in all three formats of the game and is often one of the first players to be selected in the squad. What many people don’t know about Mahmudullah, is that he is a family man. He is married to Ayesha and they have two children, a son and a daughter.
Ayesha is a stay-at-home mom and she takes care of their children while Mahmudullah is away playing cricket. He often talks about how much he misses them when he is on tour. On occasions when he is able to come home for a break, he makes sure to spend as much time with his family as possible.
Mahmudullah is a very down-to-earth person and he never lets his cricketing success go to his head. He is always willing to help out with household chores and he loves spending time with his family. They are his biggest source of support and he knows that he can always count on them.
3. Mahmudullah: Domestic Career highlights
Mahmudullah is a very important player in the Bangladeshi cricket team. He has played in many domestic tournaments, and has had some great successes. In this chapter, we will look at some of his most impressive domestic career highlights.
Mahmudullah made his first-class debut in 2004, playing for Dhaka Division. He had a great tournament, scoring a total of 283 runs at an average of 57.6. In the following year, he scored his first century, making 117* for Dhaka Division against Rajshahi Division.
In 2006, Mahmudullah joined the Rajshahi Kings team for the Dhaka Premier Division. He had an excellent season, scoring 548 runs at an average of 54.8. He also scored 3 centuries and 2 half-centuries.
In 2007, Mahmudullah joined the Barisal Burners team for the National Cricket League. He had another great season, scoring 439 runs at an average of 63.28. He also scored 2 centuries and 2 half-centuries.
In 2008, Mahmudullah moved to the Khulna Royal Bengals team for the National Cricket League. He continued his good form, scoring 527 runs at an average of 58.11. He also scored 2 centuries and 3 half-centuries.
In 2009, Mahmudullah moved to the Dhaka Gladiators team for the Bangladesh Premier League. He had a great season, scoring 377 runs at an average of 62.83. He also scored 2 centuries and 2 half-centuries.
In 2010, Mahmudullah moved to the Sylhet Royals team for the Bangladesh Premier League.
4. Mahmudullah: ICC International Career highlights
Mahmudullah made his One Day International (ODI) debut against Zimbabwe in August 2007.
He scored his maiden century against the same opposition in November 2009.
Mahmudullah was named the man of the match in the final of the 2010 Asia Cup for his match-winning innings of 101 not out.
In April 2015, he became the first Bangladesh player to score a century in both ODIs and Tests.
Mahmudullah was part of the Bangladesh team that reached the quarter-finals of the 2015 Cricket World Cup.
He was named in the ICC’s Team of the Tournament.
Mahmudullah has scored 4,857 runs in ODIs at an average of 37.68, with 11 centuries and 22 half-centuries.
Mahmudullah has also taken 63 wickets in ODIs, conceding 3.02 runs per over.
5. Mahmudullah: IPL Career highlights
Mahmudullah started his IPL career in 2008 with the Rajasthan Royals. He made a total of 9 appearances in the IPL, scoring 221 runs at an average of 25.66, with a high score of 63.
In the 2009 season, Mahmudullah played for the Kolkata Knight Riders. He made 6 appearances, scoring 137 runs at an average of 34.25, with a high score of 73*.
In the 2010 season, Mahmudullah played for the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Rajasthan Royals. He made a total of 11 appearances, scoring 281 runs at an average of 28.10, with a high score of 93*.
In the 2011 season, Mahmudullah played for the Kolkata Knight Riders. He made 10 appearances, scoring 264 runs at an average of 26.40, with a high score of 76*.
In the 2012 season, Mahmudullah played for the Dhaka Gladiators. He made a total of 10 appearances, scoring 234 runs at an average of 23.40, with a high score of 73*.
In the 2013 season, Mahmudullah played for the Rajasthan Royals. He made a total of 14 appearances, scoring 283 runs at an average of 25.53, with a high score of 97*.
In the 2014 season, Mahmudullah played for the Sunrisers Hyderabad. He made a total of 14 appearances, scoring 287 runs at an average of 20.50, with a high score of 79*.
In the 2015 season, Mahmudullah played for the Sunrisers Hyderabad. He made a total of 10 appearances, scoring 184 runs .
6. Mahmudullah: Achievements
Mahmudullah is a Bangladeshi cricketer who has represented the national team in all three formats of the game. He is a middle-order batsman and occasional off-spinner.
Mahmudullah made his One Day International (ODI) debut in 2005, and his Test debut in 2007. He is the first Bangladeshi cricketer to score a century in all three formats of the game.
Mahmudullah has been a part of some memorable moments in Bangladesh cricket, including the team’s victory in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy. He was also named the Man of the Match in the final of the 2014 Asia Cup.
Some of Mahmudullah’s notable achievements include:
– First Bangladeshi cricketer to score a century in all three formats of the game
– Part of the team that won the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy
– Man of the Match in the final of the 2014 Asia Cup.
7. Mahmudullah : The philanthropist
Mahmudullah is a Bangladeshi cricketer who has represented his country in Tests and ODIs. He is a middle-order batsman and a part-time offspin bowler.
Mahmudullah is known for his philanthropy. He has established the Mahmudullah Foundation, which provides financial assistance to underprivileged students in Bangladesh. He also sponsors the education of several poor children.
Mahmudullah is a devout Muslim and he often visits religious shrines and mosques to offer prayers. He is also a supporter of charities that work for the welfare of the poor and the needy.
Mahmudullah is a popular cricketer in Bangladesh and he is often praised for his cricketing skills as well as his philanthropy.
