Tamim Iqbal

Bangladesh’s brilliant all-round performance against South Africa

July 12, 2015 will be etched in Bangladesh’s cricket history as the day when Tigers outplayed South Africa in all departments to win the 2nd ODI at Mirpur by seven wickets.
12 July 2015

Fight like cornered Tigers

Bangladesh cricket team faces an uphill battle today to comeback in the 3-match ODI series against South Africa after the visitors cruised to victory in the opening game on July 10.
12 July 2015

Deflated Bangladesh struggling against South Africa

All in all, Bangladeshi cricketers need to pull up their socks and execute their plans effectively if they are to win against a confident Proteas team.
11 July 2015

Bangladesh 160 all out, South Africa 164/2

South Africa lead the 3-match ODI series 1-0 after comfortably defeating Bangladesh in the opening game at Mirpur by 8 wickets today.
10 July 2015

Self-belief of Bangladesh cricketers is the key

A fast-improving Bangladesh are confident of upsetting another of world cricket's powerhouses on home turf when they take on South Africa in a three-match ODI series starting on Friday.
10 July 2015

Situation will dictate field placement: Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza

When Bangladesh lock horns with South Africa on Friday, July 10 for the first ODI of the 3-match series, new rules for 50-over international matches made by ICC will come into effect.
9 July 2015

Bangladesh, South Africa resume battle of spin

This match will be played under the new ODI rules, in which there need not be compulsory fielders in the 15-yard circle.
9 July 2015

Pressure gets to Bangladesh's seniors

Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza says the batsmen made some wrong choices with their shots and left little too much to do in the final overs.
8 July 2015

No room for fear: Mashrafe Mortaza of Bangladesh

Bangladesh T20I skipper Mashrafe Bin Mortaza urges his players not to think about the side’s previous records against South Africa and play fearless cricket in the upcoming series.
4 July 2015

What Bangladesh must do to make their best year better

South Africa will test Bangladesh's upward trajectory across formats, but given how they brushed aside India and Pakistan, there's no reason to believe they can't scalp another high-ranked side at home.
30 June 2015

Bangladesh will be a test of character for South Africa

Painstakingly detailed preparation, a dynamic leader and a team infused with “No-Fear” attitude – probably the three elements responsible for Bangladesh cricket team’s most successful year in international cricket.
30 June 2015

South African cricketers arrive at Dhaka

South African cricketers arrive at Dhaka to embark on a month-long tour of Bangladesh.
30 June 2015

Bangladesh: From not wanting to lose to getting used to winning

For years Bangladesh tried not to lose. Now they must get used to the idea of wanting to win, writes Harsha Bhogle.
24 June 2015

Bangladesh’s psychological edge over India

Bangladesh look to drive home the advantage against India during the third and final match of the series at Mirpur Stadium on June 24 with two emphatic wins behind them.
24 June 2015

Mustafiz, a baby-faced killer

A wonder boy! A surprise! The feeling is yet to sink in. The selectors spotted his talent early and did not hesitate to bring him in the senior fold. The team management then trusted his abilities.
22 June 2015

Bangladesh no more ‘kids’ of cricket: Sunil Gavaskar

Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar admires Bangladesh cricket team’s amazing performance in claiming their first ever bilateral series win over India on June 21, 2015 at Mirpur.
22 June 2015

Tigers' celebration on Facebook (video)

Bangladesh players take to social media to share moments of joy with their fans after beating India in second ODI on way to sealing first ever series against the former world champions India.
22 June 2015

Bangladesh beat India by 6 wickets, qualify for Champions Trophy

Bangladesh trounce India by six wickets and 54 balls remaining (D/L method) to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match ODI series at Mirpur Stadium.
21 June 2015

Indian cricket team wants early wickets

As India prepare to face Bangladesh for the second game of the 3-match ODI series at Mirpur, they know quite well that their pride and series are on the line.
21 June 2015

India have everything to lose: Rohit

Before series-deciding second ODI, key Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma says Bangladesh have got nothing to lose. "India have everything to lose."
21 June 2015