Khaled Mahmud

Bangladeshi cricketer and coach

Khaled Mahmud - Bangladeshi cricketer and coach
Born

July 26th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Bangladesh

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Born in 1971, a former cricketer played for the Bangladesh national team as an all-rounder and later transitioned to coaching. Contributions to early international matches helped shape the team’s competitive spirit. As a coach, focused on youth development and strengthening national cricket infrastructure.

Played in the 1999 Cricket World Cup

Served as Bangladesh's national team coach

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