Cricket World Cup 2019: Mashrafe Mortaza doesn't want 'extra pressure' on players
5 years, 8 months ago

Cricket World Cup 2019: Mashrafe Mortaza doesn't want 'extra pressure' on players

The Hindu  

Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza on Monday called on the country’s fans to douse their expectations for the World Cup and avoid putting unwanted pressure on the team. After Bangladesh’s appearance at the Champions Trophy semifinals two years ago and the Asia Cup final last year, national hopes of a winning streak at the World Cup have skyrocketed. But the 35-year-old captain called for calm ahead of the team’s departure for a warm-up tournament in Ireland, before the World Cup starts on May 30 in England and Wales. READ| Farhad, Taskin in Bangladesh squad for pre-World Cup tri-series “We went to the Asia Cup with the same team but could not win it.

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Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Mashrafe Mortaza's house set on fire: Reports
5 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Mashrafe Mortaza's house set on fire: Reports

Hindustan Times  

Sheikh Hasina resignation news: The house of former Bangladesh cricket captain Mashrafe Bin Mortaza was reportedly set on fire to amid during violence and chaos in the country following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her departure on Monday. Bangladesh cricket captain Mashrafe Bin Mortaza Mashrafe Mortaza, who is a member of Parliament from the Narail-2 constituency in …

Mashrafe Mortaza pulls out of BPL 2024 midway owing to 'political commitments' – India TV
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Mashrafe Mortaza pulls out of BPL 2024 midway owing to 'political commitments' – India TV

India TV News  

Former Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza, who is currently leading Sylhet Strikers in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League has withdrawn from the tournament midway to complete his political commitments. Mortaza, who played all five games for the Strikers in the 2024 edition of the BPL failed to take a single wicket, which transcends onto his team's performance as the Men in …

ODI World Cup 2023: Bangladesh’s initial optimism continues to fade as semis loom large
1 year, 2 months ago

ODI World Cup 2023: Bangladesh’s initial optimism continues to fade as semis loom large

The Hindu  

The Bangladesh fans did everything they could. “We would still like to finish up the table, if not semifinalists, then fifth or sixth,” Shakib told official broadcasters, making it clear that in the remaining four matches, Bangladesh’s aim would be to restore some pride. At a time when most teams were busy fine-tuning their squads, the Bangladesh cricket team was …

World Cup 2023: Bangladesh team preview, squad, key players, form and prediction
1 year, 3 months ago

World Cup 2023: Bangladesh team preview, squad, key players, form and prediction

The Hindu  

Injuries to key players and rotation of personnel have prevented Bangladesh from fielding a full-strength team ahead of the World Cup. The slump can largely be attributed to a brittle batting line-up, that still largely revolves around 2007 World Cup campaigners Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim. Runs Average Strike Rate Highest 100s/50s 17 518 37.00 86.33 92 0/5 Mehidy …

World Cup 2023: Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been an unsung hero of Bangladesh cricket, says Mashrafe Mortaza
1 year, 3 months ago

World Cup 2023: Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been an unsung hero of Bangladesh cricket, says Mashrafe Mortaza

India Today  

Former skipper Mashrafe Mortaza heaped praise on all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz, calling the Bangladesh cricketer ‘a complete package’ and an ‘unsung hero’ of their cricket. In the World Cup 2023 warm-up match against Sri Lanka at the Barsapara Stadium in Guhawati, Mehidy scored an unbeaten 67. However, Mashrafe picked Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan Tamim as the opening batters for …

Bangladesh hires India’s Sridharan Sriram as World Cup consultant
1 year, 3 months ago

Bangladesh hires India’s Sridharan Sriram as World Cup consultant

The Hindu  

Former India all-rounder Sridharan Sriram will join the Bangladesh cricket team as a technical consultant for the World Cup in India, the Bangladesh Cricket Board said on Thursday. Bangladesh starts its World Cup campaign proper against Afghanistan in Dharamshala on October 7, with the tournament running until November 19. Sriram last year had similar roles with Bangladesh at the Twenty20-format …

Bangladesh, New Zealand rest key players ahead of World Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

Bangladesh, New Zealand rest key players ahead of World Cup

The Hindu  

After failing to reach this month’s Asia Cup final, Bangladesh is hungry to gain a much-needed boost ahead of the 50-over World Cup by beating New Zealand in the three-match ODI series that starts on Thursday. Bangladesh rested a host of key players for the Asia Cup, captain Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Najmul Hossain and Towhid Hridoy among them, …

No FIFA World Cup semi-finals for Bangladesh players ahead of the 1st Test match vs India
2 years, 1 month ago

No FIFA World Cup semi-finals for Bangladesh players ahead of the 1st Test match vs India

India Today  

Bangladesh coach Russell Domingo said that he would be thoroughly disappointed if any of his players were to stay up late till 3am to watch the FIFA World Cup semi-finals between Argentina and Croatia. The first semi-final of the world tournament is set to be telecasted at 1am local time at Chittagong, and the Bangladesh coach has said that his …

Happy Birthday Mashrafe Mortaza: A Bangladesh cricket icon
2 years, 3 months ago

Happy Birthday Mashrafe Mortaza: A Bangladesh cricket icon

India Today  

He was a beast, a monster when he arrived on the international level. Mashrafe Mortaza, a star was born in 2004, although it was already three years since he first donned the Bangladesh jersey. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina didn't back Mashrafe for no reason to bring back normalcy to their cricket when players went on a strike in November 2019. …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: India need to sustain momentum against Afghanistan, says forward Manvir Singh
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: India need to sustain momentum against Afghanistan, says forward Manvir Singh

Firstpost  

India rode on a Sunil Chhetri brace to down Bangladesh 2-0 here on Monday for their first away win in a World Cup qualifier in 20 years. Doha: Forward Manvir Singh says the Indian football team needs to sustain the momentum in the upcoming 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup joint qualifier against Afghanistan, having beaten Bangladesh in the …

Shakib Al Hasan back in Bangladesh squad, Mashrafe Mortaza out west indies odis
4 years ago

Shakib Al Hasan back in Bangladesh squad, Mashrafe Mortaza out west indies odis

The Hindu  

All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan returned to Bangladesh's preliminary squads for the upcoming home series against West Indies after serving a one-year ban but former captain Mashrafe Mortaza has been left out of the ODI mix. Shakib, 33, had been slapped with the ban last year for failing to report corrupt approaches but was recalled in both the Test and One-day …

Now is the time for Mashrafe Mortaza to retire, says Bangladesh bowling coach Ottis Gibson
4 years, 7 months ago

Now is the time for Mashrafe Mortaza to retire, says Bangladesh bowling coach Ottis Gibson

Firstpost  

Dhaka: Bangladesh bowling coach Ottis Gibson doesn’t see a role for Mashrafe Mortaza in the 2023 ODI World Cup and said now is the time for the former skipper to bid adieu to international cricket. Gibson said Mortaza needs to find a new role to contribute to Bangladesh cricket and doesn’t see him in head coach Russell Domingo’s plans for …

Now is the time for Mortaza to retire: Gibson
4 years, 7 months ago

Now is the time for Mortaza to retire: Gibson

The Hindu  

Bangladesh bowling coach Ottis Gibson doesn’t see a role for Mashrafe Mortaza in the 2023 ODI World Cup and said now is the time for the former skipper to bid adieu to international cricket. Gibson said Mortaza needs to find a new role to contribute to Bangladesh cricket and doesn’t see him in head coach Russell Domingo’s plans for the …

Mashrafe steps down as Bangladesh one-day captain
4 years, 10 months ago

Mashrafe steps down as Bangladesh one-day captain

The Hindu  

Bangladesh pace bowler Mashrafe Mortaza, one of the country's biggest sports stars, stepped down on Thursday as captain of the national one-day side, possibly ending his international career. Mashrafe said he would remain available for selection as a player, but selectors are under pressure to bring in fresh blood ahead of the 2023 World Cup in India. “I would like …

Mashrafe Mortaza to step down as Bangladesh captain after Zimbabwe ODIs
4 years, 10 months ago

Mashrafe Mortaza to step down as Bangladesh captain after Zimbabwe ODIs

India TV News  

Mashrafe Mortaza has announced that he will step down as Bangladesh ODI captain after the third and final match of the ongoing series against Zimbabwe to be played on Friday. His announcement comes after the Bangladesh Cricket Board president Nazmul Hassan, prior to the ODI series, had said that they would look for a new captain after this series. Mortaza, …

ICC U-19 World Cup 2020: Champions Bangladesh to be accorded hero's welcome at home after beating India in final
4 years, 11 months ago

ICC U-19 World Cup 2020: Champions Bangladesh to be accorded hero's welcome at home after beating India in final

Firstpost  

The Bangladesh government will organise a “public reception” to celebrate the country’s Under-19 World Cup triumph, its first in an ICC tournament across all levels. Dhaka: The Bangladesh government will organise a “public reception” to celebrate the country’s Under-19 World Cup triumph, its first in an ICC tournament across all levels. In a high-voltage title clash, the end of which …

Mashrafe Mortaza gives up Bangladesh contract riches
5 years ago

Mashrafe Mortaza gives up Bangladesh contract riches

The Hindu  

Bangladesh one-day international captain Mashrafe Mortaza has withdrawn from his lucrative national team contract amid growing concern over his form and fitness but has been offered a “grand farewell” match. He has taken just eight wickets in 12 matches in the Bangladesh Premier League Twenty20 tournament but had been expected to be a contracted player despite his poor form. Bangladesh …

Shakib will lead Bangladesh to 2023 World Cup: Mortaza
5 years, 2 months ago

Shakib will lead Bangladesh to 2023 World Cup: Mortaza

The Hindu  

Bangladesh ODI captain Mashrafe Mortaza on Wednesday said he will spend many sleepless nights after the recent ICC ban on his colleague Shakib Al Hasan but exuded confidence that the star all-rounder will make a successful comeback and lead the side to the 2023 World Cup. Shakib, Bangladesh’s Test and T20 captain and the world’s No.1 all-rounder in ODIs, was …

Shakib Al Hasan blames captain Mashrafe Mortaza for poor World Cup campaign
5 years, 4 months ago

Shakib Al Hasan blames captain Mashrafe Mortaza for poor World Cup campaign

India TV News  

Shakib Al Hasan was one of the star performers in the 2019 World Cup. The side began the World Cup on a high, registering a comprehensive win over South Africa but failed to capitalize on the momentum. In an interview with a Bengali-language newspaper, Shakib Al Hasan opened up on the poor performances from the side, stating that captain Mashrafe …

Bangladesh ODI captain Mashrafe Mortaza requests two months time from cricket board to confirm retirement plans
5 years, 4 months ago

Bangladesh ODI captain Mashrafe Mortaza requests two months time from cricket board to confirm retirement plans

Firstpost  

The Bangladesh Cricket Board was planning a one-off ODI against the visiting Zimbabwe next month for an ODI farewell for Mortaza but that plan is shelved now Dhaka: Bangladesh ODI cricket skipper Mashrafe Mortaza has asked for two months to confirm his retirement plans, officials said on Saturday. The 35-year-old seamer missed the latest Sri Lanka tour last month — …

Bangladesh rest Shakib, retain Mashrafe for Sri Lanka ODIs
5 years, 5 months ago

Bangladesh rest Shakib, retain Mashrafe for Sri Lanka ODIs

The Hindu  

Bangladesh rested all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan but have retained skipper Mashrafe Mortaza for the three-match one-day international series against Sri Lanka later this month, officials said on Tuesday. Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam and top-order batsman Anamul Haque were recalled to replace Shakib and batsman Liton Das, who has been rested for personal reasons. The Bangladesh Cricket Board sacked coach Steve …

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh’s Mashrafe takes blame for “disappointing” World Cup
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh’s Mashrafe takes blame for “disappointing” World Cup

The Hindu  

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza Sunday said he regretted his team let down its supporters and that he took responsibility for failing to reach the World Cup final four. Bangladesh dropped down to eighth place at the end of the league phase of the World Cup after South Africa defeated Australia in the last match before the semifinals, at Old Trafford. …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, Bangladesh review: Shakib Al Hassan stood out but Tigers' campaign was marred by inconsistencies in all departments
5 years, 6 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, Bangladesh review: Shakib Al Hassan stood out but Tigers' campaign was marred by inconsistencies in all departments

Firstpost  

Bangladesh had a patchy World Cup, despite the heroics of Shakib Al Hasan. Nevertheless, overall, Bangladesh had a patchy World Cup, despite the heroics of Shakib Al Hasan. Catches were dropped, it happens, but when it keeps happening questions will of course be asked.” The absence of an ‘X-factor’ in the bowling department was always a concern for Bangladesh coming …

World Cup 2019: Feel sorry for Shakib Al Hasan, says Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: Feel sorry for Shakib Al Hasan, says Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza

The Hindu  

“What’s your plan for the future?” Mashrafe Mortaza winked and then wittily replied: “My future plan is, obviously, going home from here and and then I’ll rethink.” For the last few weeks, there has been talks about him hanging up the boots. But after bowing out of the World Cup, the Bangladesh captain smartly dodged the question, keeping the suspense …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Sarfaraz Ahmed says defeat against West Indies cost the team dearly
5 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Sarfaraz Ahmed says defeat against West Indies cost the team dearly

Firstpost  

The horrendous batting show against the West Indies, when they were all out for just 105, cost Pakistan dear in the World Cup lamented skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed after his side exited from the showpiece London: The horrendous batting show against the West Indies, when they were all out for just 105, cost Pakistan dear in the World Cup lamented skipper …

World Cup 2019: Fans amused as Sarfaraz Ahmed says Pakistan will try to post 500 vs Bangladesh
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: Fans amused as Sarfaraz Ahmed says Pakistan will try to post 500 vs Bangladesh

India Today  

Pakistan's chances of reaching the semi-final suffered a massive blow when New Zeland lost to England in their ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 match on Wednesday in Chester-le-Street. Pakistan's highest total in World Cup 2019 has been 348 that they had scored against England and they haven't score more than 400 even once in ODI cricket. Every living thing in …

2019 World Cup: Sarfaraz Ahmed believes miracles do happen and Pakistan can still qualify for semi-finals
5 years, 6 months ago

2019 World Cup: Sarfaraz Ahmed believes miracles do happen and Pakistan can still qualify for semi-finals

India TV News  

Only a miracle can save Pakistan and take them to the semi-finals of the 2019 World Cup and captain Sarfaraz Ahmed is not giving up hope just yet. The equation for Pakistan now is simple: They need to bat first, score 400 runs, dismiss Bangladesh for 84, and win by a margin of 316 runs. After registering back-to-back defeats against …

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match Preview: Sarfaraz Ahmed and Co face improbable task for entering semi-finals
5 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match Preview: Sarfaraz Ahmed and Co face improbable task for entering semi-finals

Firstpost  

Their semifinal chances reduced to just a mathematical possibility, former champions Pakistan will need an improbable win over Bangladesh to have a shot at making the semi-finals of the World Cup when the two sides clash at Lord’s. Squads: Pakistan: Sarfaraz Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam, Haris Sohail, Hasan Ali, Shahdab Khan, Mohammed Hafeez, Mohammed Hasnain, Shaheen …

Ban vs Pak: Emotional Bangladesh gears up for captain Mashrafe's World Cup farewell
5 years, 6 months ago

Ban vs Pak: Emotional Bangladesh gears up for captain Mashrafe's World Cup farewell

The Hindu  

As the Bangladesh cricketers trained at the Lord’s on Thursday afternoon, the Bangladesh media was busy looking for Mashrafe Bin Mortaza. While the other players walked onto the ground, the captain -- who will play his last World Cup fixture against Pakistan on Friday -- was nowhere to be seen. And in the next few minutes, all one could hear …

World Cup 2019: If Mashrafe retires, then we move on, says Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: If Mashrafe retires, then we move on, says Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes

The Hindu  

The team’s pre-match media interaction was about to get over and Bangladesh coach, Steve Rhodes, was asked about his thoughts on team captain Mashrafe Mortaza. Rhodes looked at the scribes and wittily said: “You will put that and nothing headline…” There were rolls of laughter in the media room, but a few seconds later, the coach put things in perspective. …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: If we beat Pakistan, we've had a very good tournament, says Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes
5 years, 6 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: If we beat Pakistan, we've had a very good tournament, says Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes

Firstpost  

Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes says the pressure will be on Pakistan when the two sides meet in their final World Cup league game at Lord’s on Friday. “We’ve got the pressure of 170 million back home wanting us to win but Pakistan can still qualify and, maybe, the pressure is all on Pakistan going into this game,” Rhodes said on …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed says Pakistan keen to end tournament on a high
5 years, 6 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Captain Sarfaraz Ahmed says Pakistan keen to end tournament on a high

Firstpost  

Pakistan will go all out in their final World Cup group fixture with Bangladesh on Friday despite facing a near impossible task to qualify for the semi-finals, skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed said on the eve of the match at Lord’s. “If you talk about the previous matches, yes, Pakistan lost four, but it is a World Cup match. Meanwhile, Bangladesh coach …

Pushed India but ran out of time: Bangladesh coach after 2019 World Cup dreams come to an end
5 years, 6 months ago

Pushed India but ran out of time: Bangladesh coach after 2019 World Cup dreams come to an end

India TV News  

Even though Bangladesh's roar has finally been silenced at the ongoing World Cup, head coach Steve Rhodes was seen satisfied with his team's performance as they made India work hard to earn the win on Tuesday. Batting first, India made a rapid start as Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul put on 180 for the first wicket, the highest opening stand …

World Cup 2019: Maybe Bangladesh will be the people's team, says coach Steve Rhodes
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: Maybe Bangladesh will be the people's team, says coach Steve Rhodes

India Today  

Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes said he was proud of his side’s fighting spirit and believed that with a little bit of luck they could have progressed to the semi-finals of the Cricket World Cup. I’m very proud of the way we’ve played against a lot of the big teams, and I think that maybe we’ll be the people’s team for …

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Bangladesh head coach Steve Rhodes proud of his team's effort in 28-run loss to India
5 years, 6 months ago

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Bangladesh head coach Steve Rhodes proud of his team's effort in 28-run loss to India

Firstpost  

Bangladesh fought back to limit India to 314 for nine in Birmingham on Tuesday after Rohit Sharma’s 104 but they could only manage 286 all out despite 66 from star batsman Shakib Al Hasan. Birmingham: Bangladesh head coach Steve Rhodes said he was “proud” of the way his team had fought against top sides at the World Cup even though …

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Rohit Sharma's adaptability stands out as India enter semis
5 years, 6 months ago

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Rohit Sharma's adaptability stands out as India enter semis

Firstpost  

Rohit’s game sense and adaptability to the situation stood out. ‘Intent’ was the buzzword that flooded the social media streams, WhatsApp chats and analysis reports as India trudged to their first loss in the World Cup against England at Edgbaston. In the six innings prior to this match, Rohit’s average strike rate in the first 10 overs was 69, on …

World Cup 2019: This is the best I have seen Bangladesh play, says Sachin Tendulkar
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: This is the best I have seen Bangladesh play, says Sachin Tendulkar

India Today  

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar heaped rich praise on Bangladesh cricket team for their consistent performances at World Cup 2019. However, Mashrafe Mortaza's men lost to India by 28 runs in their 8th match of World Cup 2019 in Birmingham to crash out of the semi-final race. However, Bangladesh's brand of cricket in England over the last month has impressed Sachin …

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh pushed India but made some mistakes, says coach Steve Rhodes
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh pushed India but made some mistakes, says coach Steve Rhodes

The Hindu  

Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes said that “there were a lot of disappointed faces in the change room” following the defeat against India which pushed his wards towards the World Cup’s exit door. The futile fight We were up against the number one team, we pushed them but we made some mistakes and ultimately it was a lot of hard work …

ICC World Cup 2019: India seal semifinals berth with 28-run win over Bangladesh
5 years, 6 months ago

ICC World Cup 2019: India seal semifinals berth with 28-run win over Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

At about the half-way mark of India’s batting innings, Mustafizur Rahman was brought back for a second spell to see if he could lasso in India’s openers. It was now the beginning of the 24th over and at this point, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul had already added 147 runs—India’s highest opening stand of this World Cup—to the scoreboard at …

World Cup 2019, India vs Bangladesh Live: Rohit Sharma and the history of rivalry with Bangladesh
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 2019, India vs Bangladesh Live: Rohit Sharma and the history of rivalry with Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India opener Rohit Sharma has been in splendid form in World Cup 2019 but four out of seven times, he has been dropped by the opponent fielders. Rohit has been a talking point connecting the India-Bangladesh rivalry since World Cup 2015. It started with a Rubel Hossain full toss — adjudged no-ball — that had Rohit caught at deep mid-wicket. …

2019 World Cup: Players to watch out for in crunch India vs Bangladesh clash in Birmingham
5 years, 6 months ago

2019 World Cup: Players to watch out for in crunch India vs Bangladesh clash in Birmingham

India TV News  

India and Bangladesh will resume their rivalry on the world stage once again when the two sides meet in their 2019 World Cup clash on Tuesday at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Here are the key players to watch in India Bangladesh clash: INDIA Rohit Sharma The 32-year-old India batsman is in great form in the World Cup as he has 440 runs …

India vs Bangladesh Highlights, World Cup 2019: Rohit, Bumrah fire India into semi-finals with 28-run victory
5 years, 6 months ago

India vs Bangladesh Highlights, World Cup 2019: Rohit, Bumrah fire India into semi-finals with 28-run victory

Hindustan Times  

India win India vs Bangladesh Highlights, World Cup 2019 Jasprit Bumrah clears up the tail and ends up with a four-wicket haul as India win the match by 28 runs. Fifty up for Bangladesh Yuzvendra Chahal concedes 6 runs off his first over of the innings as Shakib Al Hasan and Soumya Sarkar are building a good partnership after the …

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Semis qualification beckons as simmering sub-continent rivalry awaits its boiling point
5 years, 6 months ago

India vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Semis qualification beckons as simmering sub-continent rivalry awaits its boiling point

Firstpost  

Let it be said here — India-Pakistan match-ups in any cricket World Cup induce a lot of pre-match hoopla for obvious reasons, but the on-field returns are quite underwhelming. Add to it, the tri-series’ win at home for Bangladesh immediately after that tournament, the 2016 World T20 clash at Bengaluru and drama in the 2018 Nidahas T20 tri-series in Sri …

2019 World Cup: Mashrafe Mortaza hopes Mahmudullah will play against India on July 2
5 years, 6 months ago

2019 World Cup: Mashrafe Mortaza hopes Mahmudullah will play against India on July 2

India TV News  

Bangladesh all-rounder Mahmudullah will play against India if he is able to recover from injury, informed skipper Mashrafe Mortaza. We will monitor his progress over the next few days with regards to his availability for the next World Cup match," Bangladesh physio Thihan Chandramohan said on Tuesday after the Bangladesh-Afghanistan match. Bangladesh, Team Manager, Khaled Mahmud stated Mahmudullah is a …

Firstpost Spodcast Episode 233: Bangladesh boost bid to reach World Cup 2019 semi-finals, Rafa Benitez sacked by Newcastle and more
5 years, 6 months ago

Firstpost Spodcast Episode 233: Bangladesh boost bid to reach World Cup 2019 semi-finals, Rafa Benitez sacked by Newcastle and more

Firstpost  

Welcome to Spodcast, the sports update on Firstpost. Bangladesh boosted their bid to reach the World Cup semi-finals another superb performance by Shakib Al Hasan took them to a 62-run win over Afghanistan on Monday. Shakib scored 51 runs, becoming the leading run-scorer in this year’s World Cup, and then ripped through the Afghan batting line-up with his career-best ODI …

2019 World Cup: Mashrafe Mortaza lauds Shakib Al Hasan after another five-star performance
5 years, 6 months ago

2019 World Cup: Mashrafe Mortaza lauds Shakib Al Hasan after another five-star performance

India TV News  

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza was all praise for all-rounder Shakib al Hasan, who continued his golden run in the ongoing World Cup and helped the team register a convincing 62-run victory over Afghanistan. On Monday, Shakib first scored 51 off 69 balls, which included four boundaries, to help Bangladesh post a competitive total of 262/7 at the Rose Bowl Cricket …

Mashrafe Mortaza: Securing semifinal berth will be difficult for Bangladesh
5 years, 6 months ago

Mashrafe Mortaza: Securing semifinal berth will be difficult for Bangladesh

The Hindu  

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza refused to write off his side’s chances of qualifying for the World Cup semifinals despite a 48-run loss to reigning champion Australia at Trent Bridge on Thursday. And it’s going to be difficult for sure, even if we win all those three matches,” added Mashrafe, whose side next plays Afghanistan in Southampton on June 24. Let’s …

WI vs BAN, ICC World Cup 2019: Bangladesh skipper Mortaza wins toss, opts to bowl first
5 years, 6 months ago

WI vs BAN, ICC World Cup 2019: Bangladesh skipper Mortaza wins toss, opts to bowl first

ABP News  

West Indies is taking on Bangladesh in Match 23 of the ongoing ICC World Cup at Taunton. Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza won the toss and elected to field first. The Bangla Tigers have made one change in the form of Mithun who makes place for Liton Das. West Indies : Chris Gayle, Evin Lewis, Darren Bravo, Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran, …

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh seeks resurgence against inconsistent Sri Lanka
5 years, 7 months ago

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh seeks resurgence against inconsistent Sri Lanka

The Hindu  

Smarting from consecutive defeats, Bangladesh will look to get its World Cup campaign back on track when it takes on an inconsistent Sri Lanka here on Tuesday. ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: England all 15 player profiles The Dimuth Karunaratne-led side beat Afghanistan in a rain-shortened game to breathe life into its campaign but the island nation was forced to …

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Mashrafe Mortaza says winning matters more to Bangladesh than respect of opponents
5 years, 7 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Mashrafe Mortaza says winning matters more to Bangladesh than respect of opponents

Firstpost  

Bangladesh launched their campaign with an impressive win over South Africa but afterwards Mashrafe Mortaza was annoyed by suggestions the result constituted an upset. Bristol: Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza can live without the respect of his opponents so long as his side are winning matches at the World Cup. “If you are asking all 10 captains this question, they will …

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