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 see.” Read | Interactive match review and stats It might have been a different story for Bangladesh in Nottingham had David Warner not been dropped off Mashrafe’s bowling on 10. “We knew we have to pick up wickets,” added Mashrafe, the sole survivor from the Tigers’ celebrated 2005 One-Day International win over Australia in Cardiff.

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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skipper Mashrafe Mortaza, who is currently leading Sylhet Strikers in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League has withdrawn from the tournament midway to complete his political commitments.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 …

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, …

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 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 — …

Mortaza ruled out of ODI series against Sri Lanka, Tamim to lead Bangladesh
5 years, 5 months ago

Mortaza ruled out of ODI series against Sri Lanka, Tamim to lead Bangladesh

India TV News  

Bangladesh have been dealt a huge blow as their skipper Mashrafe Mortaza has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka. Tamim has taken charge before as he led Bangladesh in a one-off Test against New Zealand in 2017, following an injury to then captain Mushfiqur Rahim. Bangladesh takes on Sri Lanka in the first ODI …

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: 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: 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 …

It is very difficult: Sarfaraz Ahmed on Pakistan's World Cup semi-final chances
5 years, 6 months ago

It is very difficult: Sarfaraz Ahmed on Pakistan's World Cup semi-final chances

India Today  

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. Pakistan, fifth in the table behind New Zealand who occupy the fourth and final knockout berth, have to bat first against …

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 …

Mashrafe Mortaza: Can't emulate England, will stick to our plans against India
5 years, 6 months ago

Mashrafe Mortaza: Can't emulate England, will stick to our plans against India

The Hindu  

Mashrafe Mortaza harbours hopes of a semifinal berth for his men. The Bangladesh captain is aware that the circumstances are difficult especially with a strong rival like India lined up for Tuesday’s World Cup game but is keen that his team plays hard. India is a very strong side and it's not going to be easy but we have 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 …

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh skipper urges caution on World Cup hopes
5 years, 7 months ago

World Cup 2019: Bangladesh skipper urges caution on World Cup hopes

The Hindu  

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza has poured cold water on fan hopes for this month’s World Cup, warning that the seventh-ranked team was facing an uphill battle in the group stage. READ: World Cup: Meet Mohammed Shami, the pace machine from the UP hinterland “It will be difficult for us because our opponents in the opening three games are extremely strong,” …

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 …

Mashrafe Mortaza to lead as Bangladesh announce 2019 World Cup squad
5 years, 8 months ago

Mashrafe Mortaza to lead as Bangladesh announce 2019 World Cup squad

India TV News  

Bangladesh on Tuesday announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming World Cup slated to be held in England and Wales. Middle-order batsman Mosaddek Hossain, who last played for Bangladesh in the Asia Cup last year, has made a comeback for the world cup. Bangladesh will begin their World Cup campaign against South Africa at the Kennington Oval on June 2. …

Mashrafe confident of Bangladesh's success in New Zealand
5 years, 11 months ago

Mashrafe confident of Bangladesh's success in New Zealand

The Hindu  

Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza is confident his team can break its drought in New Zealand during the upcoming series, even without its talismanic all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. The all-rounder's absence will make winning much tougher for Bangladesh, which has not defeated New Zealand in any format during its previous four visits to the country. Bangladesh's only win in New Zealand …

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