Cricket in USA through the lens of ex-Tigers
If someone were wandering the streets of the USA and heard the sweet sound of a bat meeting ball, the immediate assumption might be that it’s a baseball game. However, it’s increasingly likely that this sound comes from a cricket match.
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PM wanted Tamim to play: Mashrafe
Former Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Bin Mortaza revealed that it was upon Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s wishes that Bangladesh ODI skipper Tamim Iqbal withdrew his retirement on Friday.
1y ago
Messi to win Golden Boot and Golden Ball in Qatar, Mash predicts
The FIFA World Cup fever is raging as fans across Bangladesh are glued to their TV sets desperate to stay updated on the ins and outs of their favourite teams
2y ago
‘This is the best pace attack we have had in 20-25 years'
Who better than Mashrafe Bin Mortaza to talk to regarding Bangladesh’s upcoming T20 World Cup journey in Oman and the UAE?
3y ago
A matter of livelihood for domestic cricketers
“I feel the situation will improve little by little but if you think that things should resume when situation becomes very good, by that time cricketers won’t be able to survive,” Shamsur Rahman Shuvo said while talking to The Daily Star when asked about the difficulty that the pandemic has brought.
4y ago
Familiar, but all too different
After exactly 125 days, I entered the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur yesterday as the country’s premier cricket venue jolted back into life after the long break due to the coronavirus outbreak.
4y ago
Jahanara raring to get back on the field
With sport completely halted and not even training camps spared following the coronavirus outbreak, Bangladesh national team cricketer
4y ago
Nayeem training in his private bowling alley
The coronavirus halt has marred every athlete’s plans and 19-year-old Bangladesh spinner Nayeem Hasan is no exception. The youngster, who was in fine fettle before the enforced break, talked to The Daily Star’s Ramin Talukdar over phone, sharing insights into his life during the pandemic. The following are excerpts from that conversation:
4y ago
May 17, 2020
‘Bunked classes to watch Tamim bhai bat’
On working on fitness under lockdown: It’s a difficult thing to sit at home when you are a sportsperson. I’m trying to work at home with the little means I have. I got a dumbbell online to do what I can manage.
May 14, 2020
‘Not upset as everyone is in the same boat’
It is not unusual for any individual to be demoralised and frustrated during the coronavirus pandemic that has seen the world come to a standstill.
May 10, 2020
Nigar attributes success to mother’s encouragement
Cricket is undoubtedly the most beloved and followed sport in Bangladesh. People across the country get excited just to see the likes of Tamim Iqbal and Mushfiqur Rahim in action and to know their stories.
April 18, 2020
Rubel pleads for selflessness
During this time of crisis when the whole world is fighting the spread of coronavirus, the roles played by the country’s footballers and cricketers have earned a lot of praise. Starting from premier all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to footballer Jamal Bhuyian -- all the players
March 26, 2020
First-class cricketers in dire financial straits
The coronavirus outbreak has taken a huge toll on human lives and impacted the economy worldwide. Major sporting events were halted around the globe a week ago, with clubs even around Europe facing bankruptcy and struggling to pay staff.
December 18, 2019
Can Sabbir still come good?
Sabbir Rahman was once considered one of Bangladesh’s most formidable promising prospects. His ability to find more time when facing faster bowlers was counted on by the team management and his progress in away conditions saw his star rise in Bangladesh cricket after coming onto the scene in 2014.
November 19, 2019
Rot at the root
It is very much a cry for help in the desert. Allegations of widespread corruption in the lower-tier circuits of Bangladesh cricket has been a recurring theme over the past few years.
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