Jaker Ali

Bangladesh secured a resounding 3-0 T20I series sweep against the West Indies with an 80-run victory in the final match. Jaker Ali's explosive 72 not out, featuring six sixes, propelled Bangladesh to 189/7. A controversial run-out decision that was overturned proved pivotal. The West Indies crumbled for 109, with Rishad Hossain taking three wickets.

Bangladesh has unveiled its squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan, commencing March 11 in Dhaka. Afif Hossain makes a return, while Litton Das is included despite recent form. Key players Hasan Mahmud and Tanzim Hasan Sakib are sidelined due to injuries. The selection panel expressed confidence in Das's potential to bolster the middle order.

Bangladesh recalled wicketkeeper-batsman Jaker Ali Anik to their squad for the upcoming three-match Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka, replacing injured uncapped spinner Aliss Al Islam.

In Litton Das's place, Bangladesh team has decided to debut Jaker Ali, who showcased a commendable performance during the T20 leg of Sri Lanka's tour, ultimately won by the visiting team with a 2-1 margin. Das faced challenges not only in the one-day matches but also in the preceding T20 series, where he managed to accumulate just 44 runs across three matches.

Bangladesh, led by Jaker Ali, prepares to face Pakistan in a crucial Asia Cup T20 clash, drawing on their recent home series victory for confidence. The winner will secure a spot in the final against India. Pakistan is coming off a win against Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh aims to leverage past experiences against their opponent in Dubai.

Uncapped Bangladeshi cricketers Rishad Hossain and Jaker Ali Anik were named to the Bangladesh squad Wednesday for next week's three-match Twenty20 international series against Ireland.

Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam will miss the two-Test series against India due to a groin injury. The Bangladesh Cricket Board announced a 16-member squad for the tour, with Litton Das expected to keep wickets. The first Test is scheduled for September 19 in Chennai, and the second Test will be held on September 27 in Kanpur.

India face Bangladesh in a crucial Super 4 match, aiming to leverage their historical dominance despite Bangladesh's recent form. India's spin trio, Kuldeep, Chakravarthy, and Patel, are key, while Bangladesh counters with their own spin and pace options led by Mustafizur. India's top order must fire, addressing fielding concerns and Bumrah's economy.

Sherfane Rutherford's stunning century (113 off 80 balls) propelled the West Indies to a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the first ODI at Warner Park.

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expressed disappointment after his team narrowly lost to South Africa by 4 runs in the T20 World Cup. South Africa, led by spinner Keshav Maharaj, secured a dramatic victory, moving closer to qualifying for the Super 8 stage. Shanto was confident in his team's chances, but South Africa's bowlers held their nerves to secure the victory.

Ending skipper Rohit Sharma's 11-ball 23 cameo amid India's flying start, left-arm spinner Shakib Al Hasan got to the 50-wicket mark at T20 World Cups. In the 42 T20 World Cup matches, Shakib has an average of 19.38 and a superb strike rate of 6.81 with the ball. India, the 2007 champions, named the same team that defeated Afghanistan on Thursday. For Bangladesh, seamer Taskin Ahmed is replaced by Jaker Ali as the team look to shore up a struggling batting line-up.

Before the Asia Cup Super Fours match, Suryakumar Yadav and Jaker Ali shook hands. This gesture continues a pattern of avoiding handshakes with Pakistani players. Earlier, Suryakumar avoided shaking hands with Salman Agha. Jakier Ali chose to bowl first after winning the toss. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate praised Bangladesh's Mustafizur Rahman. Mustafizur is close to reaching 150 T20I wickets.

South Africa skipper Aiden Markram chose to bat first after winning the toss in the T20 World Cup Group D encounter against Bangladesh in New York on Monday.

Bangladesh clinched their first T20I series victory against Pakistan with an eight-run win in the second match. Defending a total of 133, Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam's impressive bowling restricted Pakistan to 125, despite Faheem Ashraf's resilient half-century. Jaker Ali's crucial innings of 55 helped Bangladesh recover from an early batting collapse, securing an unassailable 2-0 series lead.

Axar Patel narrowly missed a hat-trick in India's ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 opener against Bangladesh, with Rohit Sharma dropping a critical catch. Patel took two consecutive wickets, leaving Bangladesh struggling, but lost the hat-trick opportunity. Despite the disappointment, Patel maintained composure, delivering a tight spell and further weakening Bangladesh’s position.

Seamer Mukesh Kumar continued with his dream show in first-class cricket with career-best figures of 6/40 as India A dismissed Bangladesh A for 252 on the first day of the second 'unofficial Test'. Mukesh has been a revelation for India A team since he made his debut in the series against New Zealand A as he also got a five-for during that series.

A bizarre run-out unfolded during the West Indies vs. Bangladesh T20I. Jaker Ali, initially given out, was called back from the dressing room after replays revealed his partner, Shamim Hossain, was short of his crease. Shamim's bat was airborne as Jaker slid his bat in, leading to a comical mix-up. The umpires overturned the decision, sending Shamim back instead.

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner stressed the importance of not underestimating Bangladesh in their ICC Champions Trophy match on Monday. Despite Bangladesh’s recent struggles, Santner acknowledged their balanced squad and key players like Rishad Hossain. He emphasised the need for strategic play and strong partnerships at high-scoring Rawalpindi to secure a semi-final berth.

Abhishek Sharma’s blazing 37-ball 75 powered India into the Asia Cup final with a 41-run win over Bangladesh in Dubai. His assault set the tone as India posted 168/6, before Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah dismantled Bangladesh for 127. Saif Hassan’s lone 69 wasn’t enough as India sealed back-to-back wins in the Super Four stage of the tournament.

India’s Rohit Sharma praised Shubman Gill's unbeaten century and Mohammed Shami’s five-wicket haul in their Champions Trophy 2025 opener victory against Bangladesh on Thursday. Rohit appreciated Gill's composure and Shami’s match-winning ability. India, despite facing mid-game pressure, adjusted their strategy to secure a six-wicket win. Rohit also acknowledged Bangladesh's resilient partnership after their early collapse.