Mirpur

‘Uncomfortable’ presence of outsiders at Mirpur stadium

Security concern is a quickly growing issue in Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium's premises due to the presence of outsiders.

Mirpur Beribadh: A soothing escape in Dhaka

Dhaka residents often complain that there is no escape from the loud and congested city.

Beyond Nilkhet: Dhaka’s second-hand book markets

The second-hand book market is a buoyant one and there are places in Dhaka, other than Nilkhet, where your desire to buy books meets affordability. With a keen eye and some bargaining skills, it is possible to make a deal at these places.

Cricketers back at BNS

Bangladesh national team cricketers used the newly installed tracks at the Bangabandhu National Stadium (BNS) as part of a fitness drill ahead of the Tigers' home series against Zimbabwe next month. This was the first time in 19 years that the BNS has been used for any national cricketing activities since the country's cricket had moved to the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in 2005. About 35 cricketers, who are in and around the national side, took part in this fitness drill which was supervised by the national team strength & conditioning coach Nathan Kiely. Photos: Firoz Ahmed

Nigar's 63* in vain as Australia romp to 10-wicket win

Openers Alyssa Healy (65*) and Beth Mooney (55*) stitched an unbroken 127-run partnership as Australia romped to a 10-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the first match of the three-match T20I series in Mirpur on Sunday.

Tigresses save the worst for last

Bangladesh women's cricket team lost the third and final ODI against their Australian counterparts by eight wickets in Mirpur on Wednesday, losing the three-match series 3-0.

Only pride at stake for Tigresses

Bangladesh women's cricket team would want to restore some pride in the dead rubber against Australia today after suffering heavy defeats in the first two matches of the three-match ODI series.

Fahima intends to rely on strength to stifle Aussies

Bangladesh leg-spinner Fahima Khatun said that the Tigresses intend to play to their strengths to stifle Australia in order to stay alive in the three-match ODI series.

Conditions key as Tigresses look to grab points in Australia series

The match will be televised live on T Sports and streamed on BCB's official YouTube channel.

July 12, 2015
July 12, 2015

Fight like cornered Tigers

Bangladesh cricket team faces an uphill battle today to comeback in the 3-match ODI series against South Africa after the visitors cruised to victory in the opening game on July 10.

July 11, 2015
July 11, 2015

Papon sits with Tigers to discuss team performance

BCB President Nazmul Hassan Papon meets with the players during training session at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium.

July 11, 2015
July 11, 2015

Clinical South Africa look to close out series

Bangladesh's troubles seem more tactical in nature, although captain Mashrafe Mortaza has said that their strategy of using eight batsmen was a confidence issue.

July 10, 2015
July 10, 2015

Hat-tricks against Tigers

With debutant Kagiso Rabada’s hat-trick at Mirpur today, only two bowlers have managed to bag a hat-trick against the Tigers in ODI history.

July 10, 2015
July 10, 2015

Self-belief of Bangladesh cricketers is the key

A fast-improving Bangladesh are confident of upsetting another of world cricket's powerhouses on home turf when they take on South Africa in a three-match ODI series starting on Friday.

July 8, 2015
July 8, 2015

Rafiqul, 27 other BNP men face arrest order

A Dhaka court issued arrest warrants against 28 BNP leaders and activists including Barrister Rafiqul Islam Mia for torching vehicle in Mirpur area of Dhaka on January 3.

June 27, 2015
June 27, 2015

BCL leader held for instigating fellow female leader’s suicide

Police arrest Bangladesh Chhatra League president of Government Bangla College, Mirpur in Dhaka for instigating suicide of a female BCL leader.

June 24, 2015
June 24, 2015

India beat Bangladesh by 77 runs, lose 3-match series 2-1

India save the ignominy of Banglawash on June 24, 2015 when they defeated Bangladesh by 77 runs in the third and final game of the 3-match series at Mirpur stadium today.

June 24, 2015
June 24, 2015

Bangladesh’s psychological edge over India

Bangladesh look to drive home the advantage against India during the third and final match of the series at Mirpur Stadium on June 24 with two emphatic wins behind them.

June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015

Banglawash threat looms over India

The world will sit up and notice, if Bangladesh manage to whitewash India by winning the 3rd game of the series on June 24. India will be desperate to avoid being blanked 3-0.