Abdur Razzak

NCL not a ‘picnic league’

National selector Abdur Razzak was optimistic about getting more sporting wickets in the upcoming National Cricket League (NCL), which will be held in both four-day and T20 formats next month.

A selection of romantic films featuring the iconic Razzak

The actor Abdur Razzak, often hailed as a cinematic legend, earned the prestigious title of “king” for his exceptional contributions to the local film industry. He elevated the nation's cinema to new heights and established a legacy of blockbuster films that speak volumes with audiences to this day. His commanding presence on the silver screen, whether in romance, social dramas, historical pieces, or action-packed thrillers, showcased his versatility and cemented his legacy in every genre.

Our batting was unacceptable: Razzak

“Our batting, to me, was really unexpected and not at all acceptable,” Razzak told the media after the day’s play.

BCB springs surprise with new selection panel

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) held the ninth board meeting of the incumbent board yesterday where changes made in captaincy and the selection panel were the biggest highlights.

‘Local coaches shun the overseas-trained players’

Abdur Razzak, a local coach who holds an AFC A level certification, was involved with the selection process in all three talent hunt programmes and accompanied the four promising players in Brazil as coach. The 55-year-old, who has been in the coaching profession for 23 years, spoke with The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman about what happens in such overseas training programmes and why have the budding footballers not been able to make it big after returning home.

I've portrayed tragic heroes with conviction, that's why people love me: Bappa Raj

Bappa Raj made his acting debut in 1986 through the film "Chapadangar Bou", directed by his father, actor Abdur Razzak. Afterwards, life's complexities and a lack of recognition prompted him to act in numerous films, often alongside his father. He was last seen in the movie "Poramon 2".

'Nannu, Bashar, Razzak not enemies of Riyad'

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Khaled Mahmud Sujon said that the selection panel leaving veteran Mahmudullah Riyad out of the Asia Cup squad came strictly out of their planning.

My memories of Prof Abdur Razzaq

He truly was the Socrates of Bengal

‘Would have been better if Mushy said goodbye on the field’

Bangladesh great Abdur Razzak believes that it would have been better had Mushfiqur Rahim announced his retirement from T20Is during the Asia Cup instead of in the immediate aftermath.

March 28, 2019
March 28, 2019

Primes shine on Razzak's day

Veteran left-arm spinner Abdur Razzak was not only the major contributor to Prime Bank Cricket Club's 57-run DLS-method win, but

March 28, 2019
March 28, 2019

'Good as long as you enjoy it'

There is a group of cricketers like Aftab Ahmed, who have reached a stage where they made the career switch from a player to a coach

February 1, 2018
February 1, 2018

Razzak likely to be out of squad for second Test

Veteran left-armer Abdur Razzak is likely to be out of the squad for the second Test against Sri Lanka.

January 29, 2018
January 29, 2018

‘I was very surprised’, Razzak reveals

Left-arm spinner Abdur Razzak, who was recalled back to the national Test team after an absence of four years, says that he was very surprised by the Test call-up.

January 18, 2018
January 18, 2018

500-up Razzak

"It's a big achievement in my cricket career," Abdur Razzak expressed his emotion thusly after becoming the first Bangladeshi to claim 500 first-class wickets yesterday.

January 17, 2018
January 17, 2018

Razzak gets his 500th

Bangladesh’s veteran spinner Abdur Razzak reaches 500 first-class wickets during the match between Prime Bank South Zone against Walton Central Zone in a Bangladesh Cricket League game.

June 29, 2017
June 29, 2017

Razzak survives road accident

Veteran Bangladesh cricketer Abdur Razzak and his family suffered minor injuries in a road accident on the evening of June 27 near

June 28, 2017
June 28, 2017

Cricketer Abdur Razzak, his family suffer injuries in road accident

Veteran Bangladesh cricketer Abdur Razzaq and his family members suffer from injuries in a car accident in Gopalganj.

May 11, 2016
May 11, 2016

War crimes: Verdict on 3 Habiganj men any day

A tribunal in Dhaka will deliver its verdict any day in the case against three Habiganj men who are facing four charges of crimes against humanity they allegedly committed during the 1971 Liberation War.

February 12, 2016
February 12, 2016

Nature Quest: Snake farm awaits govt nod for 3yrs

As a young man, while working in Saudi Arabia as a newspaper photographer for several years, Abdur Razzak of Nandipara village in Patuakhali Sadar