Mashrafe Mortaza
Bangladeshi cricketer and team captain
Born
October 5th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Bangladesh
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An influential cricketer in Bangladeshi cricket, served as captain of the national team for multiple years. Played in numerous international matches, highlighting a career that included participation in the ICC Cricket World Cup and ICC T20 World Cup. Made significant contributions as a fast bowler and a lower-order batsman, leading the team to several key victories. Retired from international cricket in 2020, leaving a legacy as a prominent figure in the sport, both on and off the field.
Captained Bangladesh in ICC tournaments
Led Bangladesh to victories in ODI series
Played in over 200 One Day Internationals
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