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.

June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015

Won’t give an inch: Nasir Hossain of Bangladesh

A bold and confident Bangladesh look to keep India down on the mat and deliver the finishing blow on June 24 during the third and final game of the 3-match ODI series at Mirpur.

June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015

Train hard, play harder: Bangladesh coach Chandika

Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha is delighted to see his team train hard, play harder and produce the results on the field on a consistent basis.

June 22, 2015
June 22, 2015

Arrest warrant for Rafiqul, 32 other BNP men

A Dhaka court issued arrest warrant against 33 BNP leaders and activists including Rafiqul Islam Mia in a case filed for a bomb attack on bus in Mirpur area of Dhaka.

June 21, 2015
June 21, 2015

Rain stops Bangladesh’s ascendency

Rain becomes the spoilsport during the second game of the 3-match ODI series between India and Bangladesh at Mirpur Stadium today.

June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015

Dhoni fined 75pc, Mustafizur 50pc match fee

India's ODI captain MS Dhoni and Bangladesh's debutant Mustafizur Rahman are fined for their collision during the first ODI in Mirpur.

June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015

12 students hurt in Mirpur cop firing

12 students of Unani and Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital in Mirpur hurt as police fire rubber bullets to disperse their road blockade protesting beating of a fellow by local youths.

June 19, 2015
June 19, 2015

Bangladesh defeat India by 79 runs

Five wickets on debut for Mustafizur helped Bangladesh successfully defend 307 in the first game of the 3-match series against India at Mirpur Stadium today.

June 18, 2015
June 18, 2015

Bangladesh vs India (1st ODI)

See the best moments of the first game of the 3-match ODI series between Bangladesh and India at Mirpur stadium.

June 17, 2015
June 17, 2015

Improving Bangladesh seek gains amid rain threat

A full-strength India take on an improving Bangladesh in the format both teams take to best, and there are reserve days.

June 17, 2015
June 17, 2015

Win over India in 2012 inspires Bangladesh to perform

Bangladesh cricket team can recall their fighting spirit that helped them conquer India’s challenge on March 16, 2012 at Mirpur Stadium.