Mahmudullah Riyad

Bangladeshi cricketer and captain

Mahmudullah Riyad - Bangladeshi cricketer and captain
Born

February 4th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Bangladesh

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A prominent cricketer from Bangladesh, notable for contributions to the national team's successes in international competitions. His career in cricket began in domestic leagues, leading to his selection for the national squad. He served as captain in various formats, guiding the team during significant tournaments. He played pivotal roles in matches against top-tier teams and was instrumental in Bangladesh's outstanding performances in the ICC World Cup and ICC T20 World Cup. His all-round abilities as a batsman and part-time bowler have been a valuable asset to the team over the years.

Led Bangladesh to quarter-finals in ICC World Cup 2015

Scored a memorable 150 against New Zealand in 2017

Captained Bangladesh in multiple T20 internationals

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