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Taskin Ahmed Tazim (Bengali: তাসকিন আহমেদ তাজিম; born 3 April 1995) is a Bangladeshi cricketer. He is a right-arm fast bowler and a left-handed batsman. He represents Dhaka Metropolis in first-class and List A cricket and the Rangpur Rangers franchise in the Bangladesh Premier League. Taskin Ahmed is the first Bangladeshi cricketer to take 5 wickets on ODI debut.
Key Information
Early and domestic career
[edit]Taskin started his cricket journey in Abahani playground on 10 January 2007.[2] After playing under-15 and under-17 level, he was selected to play for the Bangladesh national under-19 cricket team.[3] He made his first-class debut for Dhaka Metropolis in October 2011 against Barisal Division.[4]
In the 2012 ICC Under-19 World Cup, Taskin was the highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh, taking 11 wickets. In his second Twenty20 in the BPL 2 for the Chittagong Kings, he was named man of the match for his bowling figures of 4/31 against Duronto Rajshahi in the semi-final. He took 8 wickets in 4 matches, which was the most important turning point of his career.[5]
In BPL 3, Taskin played for Chittagong Vikings. He became the 4th most searched person of 2015 in Google from Bangladesh.[6]
In October 2018, Taskin was named in the squad for the Sylhet Sixers team following the draft for the 2018–19 Bangladesh Premier League.[7] He was the leading wicket-taker for the team in the tournament, with twenty-two dismissals in twelve matches.[8] In November 2019, he was selected to play for the Rangpur Rangers in the 2019–20 Bangladesh Premier League.[9]
In November 2021, he was selected to play for the Colombo Stars following the players' draft for the 2021 Lanka Premier League.[10]
On 2 January 2025, he took 7 wickets for Durbar Rajshahi against Dhaka Capitals in Bangladesh Premiere League 2025. His 7 for 19 is 3rd best spell of all recognized T20 game.[11][12][13] On 20 January, he was named captain of the Durbar Rajshahi.[14] He is the second bowler to reach 100th BPL wickets, after Shakib Al Hasan.[15]
International career
[edit]Debut (2014-2015)
[edit]The doors of the national team opened for him suddenly in case of Mashrafe's injury.[16] He made his T20I debut on 1 April 2014 and took the wicket of Glenn Maxwell in T20I debut.
On 17 June 2014, he took 5 wickets against India as the first Bangladeshi ODI debut bowler.
Taskin was selected in Bangladesh's squad for the 2015 Cricket World Cup for his outstanding performance in domestic cricket in the 2014 season. In the group stage of the World Cup, he took one wicket against Afghanistan, three against Scotland and two against England, which had a very important role in qualifying for the quarter-final, where Bangladesh faced India in Melbourne, the World Cup quarter-final. Taskin impressed again by taking three wickets. He was the highest wicket-taker from Bangladesh in the world cup.[17] The epic celebration between Taskin and Mashrafe after getting wicket called "Chest-bump" was nominated as one of the most memorable moments of the world cup by cricketcountry.com .[18]
2015-2016
[edit]Taskin had an important role in whitewashing Pakistan in April 2015 and winning against India in June 2015.
2016-2017
[edit]In 2016, Taskin was selected in Bangladesh's squad for the 2016 ICC World Twenty20. However, he was later suspended from bowling in international cricket due to an illegal action bowled during the tournament.[19]
2017-2018
[edit]Taskin made his Test debut for Bangladesh against New Zealand on 12 January 2017 and picked up his maiden test wicket dismissing Kane Williamson.[20]
2021-2022
[edit]In June 2021, he was named in the Bangladesh's squad across all formats for their tour to Zimbabwe.[21] In the only Test match against Zimbabwe, he scored 75 runs and claimed his maiden half-century in Test cricket.[22] He sustained a partnership of 191 runs along with Mahmudullah, which was the second highest ninth wicket partnership in Test cricket.[23] Taskin's 75 runs was also the highest individual score at number 10 by a Bangladeshi batsman in an away match.[24]
In September 2021, he was named in Bangladesh's squad for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.[25] In 2022 T20 World Cup, he became the most wicket taker from Bangladesh by taking 8 wickets in 5 matches.[26]
2023-2024
[edit]In March 2023, During the first T20, Taskin forced the visitors Ireland to slow down with his three-wicket burst in the fourth over before claiming another wicket in the final over to finish with 4-16, his career-best figures in T20Is in Bangladesh's T20 series against Ireland against Ireland.[27] In September 2023, he was picked in Bangladesh's squad for 2023 Cricket World Cup.[28]
2024-2025
[edit]In May 2024, he was named in Bangladesh's squad for the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.[29]
2025-2026
[edit]On 12 January 2025, he was named in Bangladesh's squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.[30]
Bowling speed
[edit]During the 2022 T-20 World Cup, Taskin bowled a 149.56km/h delivery to De Cock,[31] where Mashrafe Mortaza, previous fastest, has clocked 148 km/h during a Test against New Zealand at Hamilton in 2001.[32][33] Taskin can consistently bowl around 140 kilometres per hour (87 mph).
This record was eventually broken by Nahid Rana, who hit 152km/h against Pakistan during 2024 Bangladesh's Tour Of Pakistan.[34]
Personal life
[edit]Taskin is the son of businessman Abdur Rashid and Sabina Yasmin.[35] Taskin completed SSC from King Khaled Institute and HSC from Stamford College.[36] He then studied at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB).[37]
In November 2017, Taskin married his childhood friend Sayeda Rabeya Nayeem.[38] On 30 September 2018, their first child was born.[39][40]
References
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But the hyperbole — and it's not a hyperbole by much; he is 6'2″ — is understandable.
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- ^ "Bangladesh Premier League, 2018/19 - Sylhet Sixers: Batting and bowling averages". ESPN Cricinfo. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
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- ^ প্রতিবেদক, ক্রীড়া (2 January 2025). "তাসকিনের ৭ উইকেট, টি-টোয়েন্টি ইতিহাসে তৃতীয়, বিশ্ব রেকর্ড করতে দিলেন না মোস্তাফিজ". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 21 January 2025.
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- ^ "Bangladesh announces Test, ODI, T20I squad for Zimbabwe tour". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 23 June 2021.
- ^ "Mahmudullah, Taskin keep Tigers in command". New Age. Retrieved 9 July 2021.
- ^ "Mahmudullah and Taskin Ahmed revel in comeback party". ESPNcricinfo. Retrieved 9 July 2021.
- ^ "Mahmudullah-Taskin swing things Tigers' way". The Business Standard. 8 July 2021. Retrieved 9 July 2021.
- ^ "No surprises as Bangladesh name Mahmudullah-led squad for T20 World Cup". ESPN Cricinfo. Retrieved 9 September 2021.
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- ^ "The Rise Of Nahid Rana, Bangladesh's Fastest Ever Bowler | IND vs BAN | Cricket News Today". Wisden. 18 September 2024. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ^ "`Happy Birthday` Taskin". Daily Bangladesh. Archived from the original on 9 July 2021. Retrieved 9 July 2021.
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- ^ "Taskin ties the knot". The Daily Star. 1 November 2017.
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- ^ "Imrul and Taskin become fathers of boys". NTV. 30 September 2018. Retrieved 31 March 2021.
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Taskin Ahmed
View on GrokipediaEarly life and domestic career
Early life and introduction to cricket
Taskin Ahmed was born on 3 April 1995 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, into a family where academics were initially prioritized over sports.[2] His father, Abdul Rashid, strongly opposed his early interest in cricket, once breaking a bat across his back at age 12 for staying out late to play.[10] Despite this, Taskin balanced school from 6 a.m. to noon with afternoon cricket sessions, often seeking permission during breaks to practice.[10] Taskin's introduction to organized cricket came in January 2007 at age 11, when a friend named Kayyum introduced him to leather ball cricket at the Abahani playground in Dhaka, transitioning him from casual tennis ball games.[10] His height initially raised doubts among under-12 coaches, who suspected he was older, but a medical test confirmed his age, leading to his selection for Dhaka Metropolis Under-12s.[10] By age 15, he stood out at a national pace bowling camp, emerging as the youngest and fastest among 20 selected from 600 aspirants, marking his rapid talent development.[10] Taskin progressed through Bangladesh's youth system, representing the country at under-15 and under-17 levels before debuting for the Under-19 team in the 2010–11 season.[3] A pivotal milestone came with his selection for the 2012 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in Australia, where he led Bangladesh's bowling attack as their highest wicket-taker with 11 scalps across the tournament.[1] This performance, including key dismissals against England, showcased his raw pace and potential, setting the stage for his domestic first-class debut later that year.[1]Domestic debut and key achievements
Taskin Ahmed made his first-class debut for Dhaka Metropolis against Barisal Division in October 2011.[2] His List A debut came for Bangladesh A against England Lions on 13 January 2012.[11] In the T20 format, Ahmed played his first Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) season in 2013 with Chittagong Kings, where he earned a Man of the Match award in the semi-final with figures of 4/31. He joined Dhaka Dynamites in 2015 and played a pivotal role in their title-winning effort that year, helping secure the championship with his pace and variations. Across BPL seasons, he has amassed over 50 wickets, establishing himself as one of the league's most reliable strike bowlers. He has also featured in other T20 leagues, including a stint with Galle in the 2018 Sri Lanka Premier League and trials for the Caribbean Premier League, though he did not secure a contract. Additionally, Ahmed entered the 2014 Indian Premier League auction but went unsold.[12] In the 2025 BPL season, Taskin set a record by taking 25 wickets for Durbar Rajshahi, the highest in a single edition of the tournament.[8] By November 2025, Ahmed's domestic record reflects sustained excellence, with approximately 150 first-class wickets at an average of 28.5 and more than 200 List A wickets, highlighting his consistency across formats in Bangladesh's competitive structure.[13] These performances in the domestic arena laid the groundwork for his international opportunities.International career
Debut and breakthrough (2014–2015)
Taskin Ahmed made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut for Bangladesh against Australia on 1 April 2014 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur during the ICC T20 World Cup, where he claimed 1 wicket for 24 runs in his four overs, including the dismissal of Glenn Maxwell.[2] This appearance marked the beginning of his international career, showcasing his potential as a fast bowler in the shorter format. Shortly after, he earned a spot in the 15-man squad for the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, reflecting his rapid rise based on domestic form and early international promise.[14] His One Day International (ODI) debut came against India on 17 June 2014 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, where he delivered a standout performance of 5 wickets for 28 runs, including the dismissals of Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane, and MS Dhoni, helping Bangladesh secure a 79-run victory.[15] This haul made him the youngest bowler to take a five-wicket bag on ODI debut at 19 years and 75 days, earning widespread acclaim for his pace and accuracy.[16] The performance solidified his position in the ODI setup, leading to consistent selections in bilateral series and major tournaments. In the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, Taskin played six matches, capturing 9 wickets at an average of 36.11, emerging as Bangladesh's leading wicket-taker in the tournament with best figures of 3/43 against Scotland in Nelson.[17] He also contributed in the quarter-final against India, taking 3/69 including the wicket of Rohit Sharma (yorked for 137).[18] Overall, his World Cup campaign highlighted his ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes games, as Bangladesh reached the quarter-finals for the first time.[19] Taskin's breakthrough continued in the 2015/16 Asia Cup T20 tournament, where he took notable figures of 1/14 in the final against India at Mirpur, restricting the opposition in a low-scoring affair that India won by 8 wickets.[20] Earlier in the tournament, against Pakistan on 2 March 2016, he bowled economically but the team fell short; however, his earlier T20I against Pakistan on 24 April 2015 in Dhaka saw him claim 3/38, contributing to Bangladesh's 7-wicket win, though Sabbir Rahman was named Player of the Match for his all-round effort.[21] These performances underscored his growing role in the T20I side. By the end of 2015, Taskin had played 20 ODIs, taking 25 wickets at an average of 25.20, establishing himself as Bangladesh's leading pace option alongside Mashrafe Mortaza.[22] His contributions across formats during this period, including key wickets in series against Pakistan and India, marked a promising start to his international career.Injuries and setbacks (2016–2018)
Taskin Ahmed's international career faced significant challenges from 2016 to 2018, primarily due to injuries and regulatory issues that limited his participation to just 10 matches, in which he took 12 wickets. Early in the year, during the tour of Zimbabwe, he suffered a back stress fracture that forced him to miss the subsequent home series against England. To address the injury, Ahmed underwent surgery in Australia, marking a major setback following his promising start in international cricket.[23] Compounding the physical toll, Ahmed encountered a bowling action suspension from the International Cricket Council (ICC) in March 2016, after analysis revealed excessive elbow extension in his deliveries during the World Twenty20 match against the Netherlands. The suspension was upheld following an appeal to a judicial commissioner, barring him from international bowling until remedial work was completed.[24][25] He spent much of the year remodeling his action under expert guidance, including time at a pace academy, and was cleared to resume bowling in September 2016.[26] These events contributed to mental health struggles, with Ahmed later revealing he experienced depressive episodes amid the uncertainty and prolonged absence from the game.[27] Upon his return in 2017, Ahmed's opportunities remained sparse as he focused on rehabilitation and rebuilding fitness. He played two Tests against Sri Lanka, capturing 2 wickets at an average exceeding 100, reflecting ongoing adaptation challenges in the longer format. In limited-overs cricket, he made a notable ODI comeback, including a spell of 3 for 60 that highlighted his potential despite rustiness, and took an ODI hat-trick against Sri Lanka in March 2017. However, persistent injury concerns restricted him to domestic rehabilitation and occasional appearances.[28][2] The period reached a low in 2018 when Ahmed was dropped from the Bangladesh Cricket Board's central contracts list, alongside five other players, due to inconsistent performances and fitness issues. He featured in only two ODIs that year, underscoring a phase of career uncertainty as he prioritized recovery over international selection.[29]Comeback and resurgence (2019–2022)
Following his extended absence due to injuries and form issues from 2016 to 2018, Taskin Ahmed made a strong comeback in 2019, earning a recall to the Bangladesh ODI squad for the tri-series in Ireland and the West Indies. He played 16 ODIs that year, claiming 26 wickets at an average of 16.26 and an economy rate of 8.97, establishing himself as a key component of the pace attack.[30] This performance marked a significant resurgence, with Taskin demonstrating improved fitness and consistency under coach Russell Domingo. In the Test format, Taskin's resurgence gained momentum in 2021 during Bangladesh's tours of Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, where he took 13 wickets across three matches, including notable contributions in challenging conditions. Over the 2020-21 period, he captured 15 wickets in four Tests, helping Bangladesh secure draws and competitive results against stronger sides. His ability to generate bounce and seam movement on foreign pitches highlighted his growth as a red-ball specialist.[2] Taskin emerged as Bangladesh's leading ODI pacer in 2021, taking 10 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 41.70, with standout spells that supported the team's transitional phase. His form carried into 2022, where he delivered a career-best 5/35 against South Africa in the third ODI at Centurion, dismantling the hosts for 154 and securing Bangladesh's historic first ODI series win on South African soil. Earlier in the year, during the Asia Cup, he took 4/37 against Pakistan, restricting them and showcasing his death-over skills. Across 30 ODIs from 2019 to 2022, Taskin claimed 40 wickets, reaching the milestone of his 100th ODI wicket against Afghanistan in Sharjah.[31][32][2] In T20Is, Taskin played a pivotal role in the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, taking 6 wickets in 6 matches during the group stage and Super 12s, including economical spells against Scotland, Papua New Guinea, and West Indies. He nearly achieved a hat-trick against Australia in a bilateral series that year, dismissing three batsmen in successive deliveries during a T20I in Dhaka. His efforts contributed to Bangladesh's qualification push for the 2022 ICC Champions Trophy, where he bowled with control and pace, clocking speeds over 140 km/h consistently.[33][34]Recent international performances (2023–2025)
Taskin Ahmed continued his resurgence in international cricket during the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he featured in 6 matches for Bangladesh despite a shoulder injury, claiming 7 wickets at an average of 42.71. His notable performances included 2/37 against the Netherlands in Pune, contributing to a vital win that kept Bangladesh in semi-final contention.[35] Earlier in 2023, Taskin made significant contributions in the Asia Cup, including a disciplined spell of 2/35 against Sri Lanka that helped Bangladesh secure a vital win in the group stage. Later that year, he marked his return to T20I cricket with an impressive 3/18 against New Zealand, demonstrating his adaptability across formats and signaling a strong comeback to limited-overs white-ball cricket. In 2024, Taskin achieved a career highlight in the Test format with a five-wicket haul of 5/59 against West Indies in the first Test at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, earning Player of the Match in Bangladesh's innings victory. He followed this with strong showings in ODIs, including 4/32 against Zimbabwe in the series decider. That year, he also reached the milestone of his 200th ODI wicket during the series against Zimbabwe, dismissing Sikandar Raza. By the end of 2024, his total international wickets exceeded 250 across all formats, reflecting consistent output in a demanding schedule.[2] Entering 2025, Taskin remained a cornerstone of Bangladesh's pace battery, participating in the Asia Cup where he took 6 wickets in the group stage, notably with 3/28 against Pakistan to help advance to the knockouts. As of November 2025, Taskin has been actively involved in major tournaments like the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, maintaining strong performances with an economy rate under 5.5 in T20Is while adapting to varying pitches and oppositions. Over the 2023–2025 period, he featured in more than 25 international matches.[2]Playing style and records
Bowling technique and speed
Taskin Ahmed is a right-arm fast bowler renowned for his high-arm action, which leverages his height of 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) to generate pronounced bounce and seam movement.[1][36] His release point allows for effective exploitation of the pitch, often targeting back-of-length areas to extract awkward lift, particularly in Test matches where he employs bouncers to unsettle batsmen.[37][38] Ahmed's primary weapon is the outswinger, delivered with control to shape away from right-handers, complemented by an inswing option that adds versatility across conditions.[39] He is a yorker specialist, capable of precise toe-crushing deliveries in limited-overs cricket, while incorporating slower balls and cutters effectively in T20 death overs to deceive batsmen with pace variation.[39] In terms of speed, Ahmed has clocked up to 149.6 km/h (recorded in the 2022 T20 World Cup), establishing him as Bangladesh's fastest bowler, surpassing Rubel Hossain's previous mark of 149.5 km/h, with consistent deliveries exceeding 140 km/h throughout the 2020s.[1] His pace was evident early on, reaching 145 km/h during his early international career in 2014.[40] Following a 2016 ICC suspension for elbow extension exceeding the 15-degree limit on certain deliveries, Ahmed underwent remedial work and was cleared after reassessment, resulting in a more stable action with improved accuracy post-injury.[41][42] Among his records, Ahmed reached 50 ODI wickets in just 39 matches in 2016, the fastest by any Bangladeshi bowler.[43] By 2025, he had taken 49 Test wickets in 17 matches, approaching 50 and leading active Bangladeshi pacers in the format.[2]Batting contributions and overall statistics
Taskin Ahmed is a left-handed tail-ender who primarily contributes with the ball but has shown occasional resilience in the lower order across formats.[2] His batting is characterized by a defensive approach to support partnerships, with limited aggressive scoring. In Tests, his highest score is 75 against Zimbabwe in 2021, achieved during a remarkable ninth-wicket partnership of 191 runs with Mahmudullah, marking the second-highest such stand in Test cricket history and helping Bangladesh recover from a precarious position.[2] In ODIs, his best is 21 against India in 2015, while in T20Is, he has reached 31 as his top score.[44][13] Key batting contributions from Ahmed include stabilizing innings under pressure, such as his unbeaten 13 in the 2021 T20 World Cup, aiding Bangladesh in a chase during the Super 12 stage. He has formed useful lower-order partnerships, like a 48-run stand for the ninth wicket in an ODI against New Zealand in 2023, which frustrated the opposition bowlers and allowed the middle order to regroup. These efforts, though infrequent, have provided crucial support in tight situations across limited-overs cricket.[45][13] In the field, Ahmed is known for his athleticism and sharp catching, particularly in the slips where he positions frequently as a bowler. He has taken 2 catches in 17 Tests, including a vital slip dismissal in the 2024 series against Pakistan, and 11 in ODIs, demonstrating reliability in close-in positions. His outfield presence adds energy, with quick throws contributing to run-outs in T20Is.[46][44] As of November 2025, Ahmed's overall international statistics reflect his role as a bowling specialist with modest batting returns:| Format | Matches | Wickets | Bowling Average | Runs Scored | Batting Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 17 | 49 | 39.27 | 261 | 10.87 |
| ODIs | 83 | 124 | 28.18 | 233 | 7.28 |
| T20Is | 86 | 102 | 21.55 | 204 | 9.71 |
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