Taijul Islam

Taijul Islam
Nationality: Bangladesh
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Date of Birth: 1992-02-07 Age: 33
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Taijul Islam, the talented left-arm spinner, has emerged as one of Bangladesh's promising cricket players.
From an early age, Taijul showcased his exceptional skills and quickly made a name for himself in the international cricket arena.

Born in Natore, a district in northwestern Bangladesh, Taijul developed a passion for cricket at a young age.
He began his cricketing journey in his hometown before gradually making his way into the Rajshahi league, where he displayed his potential as a cricketer.
With consistent performances, Taijul eventually found his place in the prestigious Dhaka league system, further enhancing his skills and gaining valuable experience.

Taijul made his first-class debut for Rajshahi Division during the 2010-2011 season.
However, it was during the 2013-2014 season that he truly shone, taking an astounding 55 wickets.
His remarkable performance earned him a spot in the Bangladesh A side, which toured the West Indies in May 2014.
Shortly after, he received another opportunity to represent the senior national team on a tour to the Caribbean.

In September 2014, Taijul made his Test debut against the West Indies in St Vincent.
In just his third Test match, he achieved an outstanding feat by taking 8 for 39 against Zimbabwe in Mirpur.
This remarkable performance not only helped Bangladesh secure victory but also earned him the title of the best figures by a Bangladesh bowler in Test matches.
Taijul's proficiency with the ball surprised both critics and spectators, solidifying his position as a key player in the national team.

Continuing his incredible debut season, Taijul made his One Day International (ODI) debut against Zimbabwe at the same venue as his Test debut.
In this game, he achieved another magnificent milestone by becoming the first bowler in history to take a hat-trick on his ODI debut.
His intelligent spin bowling, coupled with exceptional accuracy, got him the wickets and earned him accolades from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Throughout his career, Taijul also participated in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), representing the Rajshahi team.
In 12 games, he made his presence felt with a notable contribution of 11 wickets.
These performances provided further evidence of his impressive abilities and further established his reputation as a formidable left-arm spinner.

Taijul's consistent performances, particularly during the 2013-2014 season, played a crucial role in his elevation to the national Test team.
Moreover, his progress was accelerated by the suspension of renowned all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan.
Taijul seized the opportunity and embraced the responsibilities entrusted to him with unwavering confidence and determination.

With an exceptional start to his international career, Taijul Islam has proven himself as an indispensable asset to Bangladesh cricket.
His ability to extract spin and consistently trouble batsmen has made him one of the country's most talented left-arm spinners.
As he continues to develop as a player, Taijul aims to solidify his position in the national team and contribute to the growth and success of Bangladesh cricket on the global stage.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T20 25 17 10 106 22 6.24 127 83.46 0 0 0 10
FC 30 53 5 462 47 8.72 1394 33.14 0 0 0 46
ODI 10 10 1 89 39 8.90 134 66.42 0 0 1 8
T20I 1 1 1 0 0 0.00 1 0.00 0 0 0 0

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T20 37 37 31 829 109.1 26.74 7.60 12 1 0 0 0
FC 30 53 131 4140 1390.2 31.60 2.98 0 13 18 9 0
ODI 16 16 26 654 138 25.15 4.74 10 0 1 1 0
T20I 2 2 1 58 7 58.00 8.29 2 1 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-05-01
Zimbabwe tour of Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Test Series - April 28, 2025
Bangladesh
444/10 (129.2)
Zimbabwe
227/10 (90.1) & 111/10 (46.2)
Bangladesh won by an innings and 106 runs
Player of the Match
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Zimbabwe tour of Bangladesh, 1st Test, Test Series - April 20, 2025
Bangladesh
191/10 (61) & 255/10 (79.2)
Zimbabwe
273/10 (80.2) & 174/7 (50.1)
Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets
Player of the Match
Blessing Muzarabani
Regular Season, 42nd Match, Bangladesh Premier League - February 1, 2025
Fortune Barishal
182/7 (20)
Chittagong Kings
206/4 (20)
Chittagong Kings won by 24 runs
Player of the Match
Parvez Hossain Emon
Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh, 2nd ODI, One Day International - March 15, 2024
Bangladesh
286/7 (50)
Sri Lanka
287/7 (47.1)
Sri Lanka won by 3 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Pathum Nissanka
Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh, 1st ODI, One Day International - March 13, 2024
Bangladesh
257/4 (44.4)
Sri Lanka
255/10 (48.5)
Bangladesh won by 6 wickets (with 32 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Play Offs, Final, Bangladesh Premier League - March 1, 2024
Comilla Victorians
154/6 (20)
Fortune Barishal
157/4 (19)
Fortune Barishal won by 6 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Kyle Mayers
Play Offs, Qualifier 2, Bangladesh Premier League - February 28, 2024
Rangpur Riders
149/7 (20)
Fortune Barishal
152/4 (18.3)
Fortune Barishal won by 6 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Mushfiqur Rahim
Play Offs, Eliminator, Bangladesh Premier League - February 26, 2024
Chittagong Kings
135/9 (20)
Fortune Barishal
136/3 (14.5)
Fortune Barishal won by 7 wickets (with 31 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Kyle Mayers
Regular Season, 41st Match, Bangladesh Premier League - February 23, 2024
Comilla Victorians
140/8 (20)
Fortune Barishal
141/4 (19.4)
Fortune Barishal won by 6 wickets (With 2 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Tamim Iqbal
Regular Season, 28th Match, Bangladesh Premier League - February 10, 2024
Dhaka Capitals
149/10 (19.4)
Fortune Barishal
189/4 (20)
Fortune Barishal won by 40 runs
Player of the Match
Soumya Sarkar

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