Nationality: Bangladesh
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Date of Birth: 1987-03-24 Age: 38
Shakib Al Hasan, the eminent cricket player from Bangladesh, has left an indelible mark on the history of Bangladesh cricket.
His skill, versatility, and unwavering self-belief have established him as one of the greatest cricketers of his generation.
Whether it be with the ball or the bat, Shakib has consistently showcased his talent and temperament, irrespective of the magnitude of the occasion.
Born on March 24, 1987, in Magura, Bangladesh, Shakib's cricketing journey began at an early age.
He quickly climbed the ranks, making his international debut for Bangladesh in 2006.
From the very beginning, it was apparent that Shakib possessed an uncanny accuracy and canny bowling skills.
His ability to extract turn and deceive the batsmen made him a formidable force in the spin department.
Shakib's proficiency with the bat is equally impressive.
Armed with aggression and a wide range of strokes, he can single-handedly change the course of a match.
His first Test as captain against a depleted West Indies side in Grenada perfectly exemplified his capabilities.
Shakib's remarkable performance of eight wickets and an unbeaten knock of 96 in a high-pressure chase of 215 not only led Bangladesh to their first overseas series victory but also demonstrated his leadership skills.
In One Day Internationals (ODIs), Shakib's contribution has been invaluable, both with bat and ball.
Becoming the first Bangladeshi player to achieve the double of 2000 runs and 100 wickets, he has consistently displayed his all-round prowess.
With five ODI hundreds to his name, Shakib has shattered numerous records and earned a reputation as one of Bangladesh's most prolific batsmen.
In 2009, Shakib was entrusted with the captaincy, owing to his consistent performances and level-headedness.
Under his leadership, Bangladesh achieved commendable success, winning 22 out of 47 matches.
Notably, Bangladesh's victory against England in the 2011 World Cup stands as a significant accomplishment during Shakib's captaincy.
Despite subsequent challenges and disappointing results, Shakib's form and contribution to the team remained unwavering.
Throughout his career, Shakib has encountered his fair share of controversies.
In 2014, he faced a suspension for his off-field behavior, which included lewd gestures towards the camera and a confrontation with the coach.
However, he managed to redeem himself and made a successful comeback, showcasing his match-winning ability and playing pivotal roles in Bangladesh's notable victories.
Shakib's outstanding performance during the 2019 World Cup truly epitomized his skill and determination.
With a streak of seven fifties in eight innings and two centuries, including a record-breaking unbeaten knock of 124 runs against the West Indies, he left an indelible mark on the tournament.
Shakib finished as the third-highest run-scorer and also took a crucial five-wicket haul against Afghanistan.
Unfortunately, Shakib's career took a downward turn when he accepted three charges of breaching the International Cricket Council's anti-corruption code in 2019.
He was suspended for two years, with one year suspended, effectively ruling him out of the T20 World Cup.
However, the pandemic-induced postponement of the tournament allowed Shakib to serve a significant portion of his suspension without missing too much cricket with the national team.
In 2021, Shakib found himself in another controversy during the Dhaka Premier League.
His altercation with the umpire and the subsequent ban and fine highlighted a rare lapse in his temperament and sportsmanship.
However, he expressed regret for his actions and vowed to learn from his mistakes.
Throughout his career, Shakib Al Hasan has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on Bangladesh cricket.
His consistency, skill, and unwavering self-belief have made him an icon for aspiring cricketers in Bangladesh and a formidable competitor on the global cricketing stage.
Despite challenges and setbacks, Shakib's journey continues, and cricket enthusiasts eagerly await his return to the field, where he undoubtedly has much more to offer.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 76 | 75 | 6 | 2806 | 124 | 37.41 | 3176 | 88.35 | 3 | 23 | 23 | 270 |
| T20 | 117 | 114 | 11 | 2185 | 89 | 19.17 | 1611 | 135.63 | 0 | 12 | 85 | 205 |
| FC | 16 | 27 | 1 | 802 | 87 | 29.70 | 1323 | 60.62 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 87 |
| T20I | 58 | 56 | 8 | 1108 | 70 | 19.79 | 943 | 117.50 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 108 |
| T10 | 17 | 14 | 8 | 246 | 43 | 17.57 | 147 | 167.35 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 21 |
| 4day | 1 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 6.00 | 29 | 41.38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 76 | 73 | 98 | 3257 | 657.2 | 33.23 | 4.96 | 68 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| T20 | 126 | 125 | 127 | 3035 | 451 | 23.90 | 6.73 | 58 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 16 | 28 | 41 | 1389 | 482.9 | 33.88 | 2.88 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| T20I | 58 | 56 | 61 | 1389 | 199 | 22.77 | 6.98 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| T10 | 20 | 14 | 9 | 192 | 19.1 | 21.33 | 10.05 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4day | 1 | 2 | 9 | 193 | 62.8 | 21.44 | 3.07 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-05-23
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