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Hans India
19 hours ago
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- Hans India
These things won't bother Shanto and me: Mehidy Hasan on taking over as Bangladesh ODI captain
Dhaka: Mehidy Hasan Miraz confirmed the recent ODI captaincy shuffle will not affect the former captain Najmul Hossain Shanto or him as they collectively work as a team for the betterment of Bangladesh cricket. In a surprise and shocking move, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Thursday appointed Miraz as ODI captain for the next 12 months. The 27-year-old will lead the team starting from the upcoming three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka next month, succeeding Shanto who remains Bangladesh Test captain with Miraz appointed as his deputy. "I don't know how (the captaincy) was decided. It is usually done in a board meeting. Nobody can decide on their own. I think all of us are usually prepared mentally for any situation we may have to face (as far getting axed is concerned)," Mehidy told reporters on Friday. "He was the ODI captain for a term, which had ended (in the Champions Trophy). They probably had conversations about the Test team. I am not sure if they spoke about the ODI team. Fahim sir (Nazmul Abedin - BCB cricket operation chairman) called me (yesterday) and said that they are going to give me the responsibility and he said that they don't have much time. They have to take a decision quickly. He said that they are planning accordingly." Miraz shares a strong rapport with Shanto, having played alongside him and also captained him at various age-group levels, including the 2016 U19 World Cup. He believes the opener will have no issues playing under his leadership once again. "He (Najmul) has been performing well in ODIs but it was the board's decision (to change the captaincy). We may not have fulfilled expectations in terms of team results during this period," he said. "I don't think it will have an effect on the dressing room (change in captaincy). We are all playing for the country. These things won't bother Shanto and me. I helped him a lot during his captaincy. He will do the same. He will help me. We want to take Bangladesh forward. "Shanto and I have been playing together since our Under-15s. We spoke about taking Bangladesh forward, it doesn't matter who is the captain. We have to play as a team. Our senior players brought us to a stage, and now we want to take the team further. It is our responsibility. We are going through a bad time but I hope that we can get over it quickly," Miraz added.
NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
Mehidy Hasan Miraz To Lead Bangladesh ODIs
Bangladesh on Thursday named Mehidy Hasan Miraz as the new captain of the ODI team, with the 27-year-old all-rounder succeeding Najmul Hossain Shanto in white ball cricket. Off-spinner Miraz will take up his post during Bangladesh's three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka, which begins in July, the Bangladesh Cricket Board said. "Captaining the national team is a dream come true... this is a proud moment for me and my family," he said, according to a statement quoted by the International Cricket Council (ICC). "I believe in this group -- we have the skills and the mindset to play fearless cricket." Miraz, who has been skipper before for four ODIs as a stand in for Shanto, is ranked fourth in the world for ODI all-rounders, according to ICC rankings. Bangladesh will also play two Tests in Sri Lanka, with the first beginning in Galle on June 17 and the second in Colombo from June 25. Miraz will be the vice-captain for the Tests -- with Shanto leading the team -- as the next World Test Championship cycle begins.
India Today
2 days ago
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- India Today
Mehidy Hasan replaces Najmul Hossain Shanto as Bangladesh ODI captain
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed the appointment of all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz as the new captain of the national men's ODI team, replacing Najmul Hossain Shanto. The 27-year-old all-rounder will lead the side for the next 12 months, beginning with the upcoming three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka scheduled for next who has previously captained Bangladesh in four ODIs in Shanto's absence, expressed his joy upon being entrusted with the leadership the national team is a dream come true. I'm incredibly honoured by the trust the Board has placed in me. This is a proud moment for me and my family. "I believe in this group - we have the skills and the mindset to play fearless cricket. I want us to express ourselves confidently, stay committed, and keep playing with heart for the country." Bangladesh name versatile all-rounder as their ODI ICC (@ICC) June 12, 2025With 1617 runs and 110 wickets in 105 ODIs, Mehidy Hasan is currently ranked No. 4 among ODI all-rounders in the ICC rankings. He joins an elite list of Bangladeshi cricketers - alongside Mohammad Rafique, Mashrafe Mortaza and Shakib Al Hasan - to have completed the double of 1000 runs and 100 wickets in the this year, Miraz was also named vice-captain of Bangladesh's Test squad for the first series of their new World Test Championship cycle, also set to take place in Sri Cricket Operations Committee Chairman Nazmul Abedeen highlighted Mehidy's consistency and character as key factors in the Board's decision."Miraz has consistently delivered with both bat and ball and brings a fighting spirit and infectious energy to the team. His performances, leadership qualities, and overall maturity make him a fitting choice to guide the team through this transitional phase in our ODI journey."We're grateful for the positivity and character Shanto displayed during his captaincy stint. He remains an integral part of our leadership group and a key figure in the batting unit."Shanto, who remains Bangladesh's Test captain and a central figure in the side's batting line-up, had a respectable run as ODI captain. In his 13 matches at the helm, he scored 564 runs at an average of 51.27, including notable contributions with the bat. However, he managed only four wins compared to nine losses during his captaincy stint. Overall, he has amassed 1565 runs in 49 ODIs, averaging 34.77, with three centuries and ten half-centuries to his name.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Mehidy Hasan Miraz appointed as new ODI captain for Bangladesh cricket team
Bangladesh appointed Mehidy Hasan Miraz as their new ODI captain on Thursday, with the 27-year-old all-rounder taking over from Najmul Hossain Shanto in the limited-overs format. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed that Miraz will commence his leadership during their three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka, scheduled for July. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. "Captaining the national team is a dream come true... this is a proud moment for me and my family," he stated, as reported in the International Cricket Council (ICC) announcement. "I believe in this group -- we have the skills and the mindset to play fearless cricket." Currently ranked fourth amongst ODI all-rounders in ICC rankings, Miraz brings previous leadership experience, having led Bangladesh in four ODIs whilst deputising for Shanto. The Sri Lankan tour also includes two Test matches, with the opening match beginning in Galle on June 17, followed by the second Test in Colombo from June 25. In the Test format, Miraz will serve as vice-captain under Shanto's leadership as they embark on the new World Test Championship cycle.
France 24
2 days ago
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- France 24
Mehidy Hasan Miraz to lead Bangladesh ODIs
Off-spinner Miraz will take up his post during Bangladesh's three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka, which begins in July, the Bangladesh Cricket Board said. "Captaining the national team is a dream come true... this is a proud moment for me and my family," he said, according to a statement quoted by the International Cricket Council (ICC). "I believe in this group -- we have the skills and the mindset to play fearless cricket." Miraz, who has been skipper before for four ODIs as a stand in for Shanto, is ranked fourth in the world for ODI all-rounders, according to ICC rankings. Bangladesh will also play two Tests in Sri Lanka, with the first beginning in Galle on June 17 and the second in Colombo from June 25. Miraz will be the vice-captain for the Tests -- with Shanto leading the team -- as the next World Test Championship cycle begins. © 2025 AFP
