International career
Shakib Al Hasan, born on March 24, 1987, is one of the best all-rounders in world cricket. Known for his aggressive batting with his left hand and his controlled left-arm orthodox bowling, Shakib has had a huge impact on international cricket. He made his debut in Test cricket in 2007, in One Day Internationals (ODIs) in 2006, and in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) in 2006, becoming an important figure in Bangladesh’s cricket history.
In 2007, Shakib played his first Test match against India on May 18 in Chittagong. He scored 27 runs, and the match ended in a draw.
- In 2008, Shakib took 7 wickets for 36 runs against New Zealand in Chittagong, becoming the second Bangladeshi player to take 7 or more wickets in a single innings.
- In 2009, Shakib was made the captain of the Test team. Under his leadership, Bangladesh won their first-ever overseas series against the West Indies in Grenada.
- In 2010, he scored his first Test century in Hamilton against New Zealand, confirming his status as an all-rounder.
- By 2012, Shakib became the second Bangladeshi cricketer to take 100 Test wickets. He also became the fastest all-rounder to reach 1,000 runs and 100 wickets in just 28 Test matches.
- In 2017, Shakib scored an impressive 217 runs against New Zealand, becoming only the third Bangladeshi to score a double century in Tests.
Shakib played his first ODI against Zimbabwe on August 6, 2006. He scored 30 runs and took 1 wicket in a win by 8 wickets.
- In 2007, Shakib scored his first ODI century against Canada before the World Cup. He played a key role in Bangladesh’s famous wins over India and South Africa in the World Cup.
- By 2009, Shakib became one of the best all-rounders in ODIs, with consistent performances.
- In 2010, he helped Bangladesh win a 4-0 ODI series against New Zealand.
- In 2011, Shakib led Bangladesh to World Cup wins over England, Netherlands, and Ireland.
- In 2012, he was named Player of the Tournament in the Asia Cup, with 237 runs and 6 wickets, and returned to the top position as the world’s No. 1 all-rounder.
- After a brief suspension in 2014 due to off-field issues, Shakib returned to his best form and kept performing consistently.
- In 2015, Shakib played a major role in Bangladesh’s ODI series wins over India, Pakistan, and South Africa.
- In 2019, Shakib was vital in Bangladesh’s successful World Cup campaign. He scored 606 runs and took 11 wickets, becoming the first player to score over 400 runs and take more than 10 wickets in a single World Cup.
Shakib made his T20I debut against Zimbabwe on November 28, 2006. He scored 26 runs and took 1 wicket in a win by 43 runs.
- In 2010, he continued to play key roles in several of Bangladesh’s T20I victories.
- By the end of the 2019 World Cup, Shakib had played 76 T20I matches, scoring 1,567 runs and taking 92 wickets.
In 2005, Shakib played his first Under-19 match against India in the 2005 Afro-Asia Under-19 Cup, taking his first wicket and scoring 24 runs.
- Shakib led Bangladesh’s Under-19 team to victory in a tri-nation tournament, scoring an 86-ball century and taking three wickets in the final.
Leagues Participation
Shakib Al Hasan's involvement in franchise leagues has seen a range of highs and lows. Below is an overview of his participation across various major T20 leagues, year by year.
Indian Premier League
Shakib Al Hasan has had a fluctuating career in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing for various teams over the years but often facing challenges with team selection. Despite his remarkable performances on the international stage, he failed to secure contracts in several IPL auctions, including the 2025 edition.
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Year
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Team
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Matches Played
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Runs Scored
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Wickets Taken
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Best Bowling
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Key Highlights
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2011
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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7
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-
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11
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2/15
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Third-highest wicket-taker for KKR
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|
2012
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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-
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-
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-
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3/17
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Best bowling figures in IPL career
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|
2014
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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13
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227
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11
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6.68 economy
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Contributed to KKR's title win
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|
2015
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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4
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36
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4
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2/22
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Played in limited matches
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|
2016
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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-
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66
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-
|
-
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Best IPL score, partnership with Yusuf Pathan
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2017
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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3
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1
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2
|
-
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Left midway for international duties
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|
2018
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Sunrisers Hyderabad
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-
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-
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-
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-
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Took 300 wickets and 4,000 runs in T20s
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2021
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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-
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-
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-
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-
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Rejoined KKR but faced suspension
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2023
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Kolkata Knight Riders
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-
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-
|
-
|
-
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Withdrew from the tournament due to international commitments
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2025
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-
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-
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-
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-
|
-
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Did not receive a contract
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Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League
Shakib Al Hasan had a dynamic career in the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League, playing for various teams over the years. He started with Abahani in 2009, then moved to Mohammedan in 2010, and later joined Legends of Rupganj in 2014. His performances were consistent, including a notable stint in 2022 where he played for both Mohammedan and Legends of Rupganj.
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Year
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Team
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Matches Played
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Runs
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Wickets
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Average (Runs)
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Average (Wickets)
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Strike Rate
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Economy Rate
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2009
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Abahani
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-
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2010
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Mohammedan
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-
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2014
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Legends of Rupganj
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8
|
222
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13
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31.71
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23.61
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-
|
-
|
|
2016
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Abahani
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2021
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Mohammedan (T20 format, Captain)
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2022
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Legends of Rupganj (Super League)
|
4
|
98
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4
|
24.5
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3.48
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103.15
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3.48
|
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2023
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Mohammedan
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-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
Bangladesh Premier League (BPL)
Shakib Al Hasan has had a remarkable career in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) since its inception in 2012. His journey saw him lead various teams and achieve numerous milestones, including being named Player of the Tournament multiple times. Over the years, Shakib has been a key figure in the league, setting records and becoming the highest wicket-taker in BPL history.
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Year
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Team
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Matches Played
|
Runs
|
Wickets
|
Average (Runs)
|
Average (Wickets)
|
|
2012
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Khulna Royal Bengals
|
10
|
280
|
15
|
-
|
-
|
|
2013
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Dhaka Gladiators
|
-
|
329
|
15
|
-
|
-
|
|
2014
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Rangpur Riders
|
-
|
-
|
18
|
-
|
6.39
|
|
2015
|
Dhaka Dynamites
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2017
|
Dhaka Dynamites
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
2018
|
Dhaka Dynamites
|
-
|
-
|
23
|
-
|
17.65
|
|
2021
|
Fortune Barishal
|
11
|
284
|
16
|
28.4
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14.56
|
|
2023
|
Rangpur Riders (BPL 10)
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
|
All BPL
|
-
|
100
|
-
|
132
|
-
|
18.33
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Sri Lankan Premier League (2012)
Shakib was supposed to play for Uthura Rudras in the inaugural Sri Lanka Premier League but couldn't feature due to a knee injury.
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Year
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Team
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Performance
|
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2012
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Uthura Rudras
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Did not play due to knee injury
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Caribbean Premier League
Shakib Al Hasan has had a notable career in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), representing various teams, including Barbados Tridents and Jamaica Tallawahs. His remarkable performance in the 2013 season, where he took 6 wickets for just 6 runs, stands out as one of the best bowling figures in T20 cricket.
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Season
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Team
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Matches Played
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Runs Scored
|
Wickets Taken
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Economy Rate
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Average
|
Strike Rate
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|
2013
|
Barbados Tridents
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6
|
111
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4
|
6.75
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18.5
|
102.91
|
|
2016
|
Jamaica Tallawahs
|
6
|
88
|
7
|
7.01
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14.67
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124.50
|
|
2017
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Jamaica Tallawahs
|
6
|
72
|
6
|
6.80
|
12.00
|
115.45
|
|
2019
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Barbados Tridents
|
6
|
111
|
4
|
6.75
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18.5
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102.91
|
|
2022
|
Guyana Amazon Warriors
|
6
|
54
|
4
|
7.00
|
18.0
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97.32
|
Big Bash League
Shakib Al Hasan made history in the Big Bash League (BBL) by becoming the first Bangladeshi player to participate in the tournament. He played for Adelaide Strikers in 2014 and later joined Melbourne Renegades in the 2014-15 season. Shakib’s involvement in the league was short-lived due to a decision from Cricket Australia in 2020, preventing him from playing in future seasons.
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Season
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Team
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Matches Played
|
Runs Scored
|
Wickets Taken
|
Economy Rate
|
Average
|
Strike Rate
|
|
2013–14
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Adelaide Strikers
|
6
|
87
|
9
|
6.10
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14.50
|
117.57
|
|
2014–15
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Melbourne Renegades
|
4
|
46
|
5
|
6.70
|
15.33
|
110.35
|
Pakistan Super League
Shakib Al Hasan has played for several teams in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). He has had some great performances, both with bat and ball. In 2016, he made an excellent debut for Karachi Kings, where he played a key role in winning the match. Shakib has been a notable foreign player in the PSL over the years.
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Season
|
Team
|
Matches Played
|
Runs Scored
|
Wickets Taken
|
Economy Rate
|
Batting Average
|
Strike Rate
|
|
2016
|
Karachi Kings
|
8
|
143
|
10
|
7.10
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23.83
|
120.25
|
|
2017
|
Peshawar Zalmi
|
5
|
51
|
5
|
7.24
|
17.00
|
117.45
|
|
2021
|
Lahore Qalandars
|
13
|
180
|
8
|
7.39
|
16.36
|
107.14
|
Bangladesh Cricket League
Shakib Al Hasan returned to cricket during the 2022 Independence Cup. He was selected by Walton Central Zone. In his first match, he scored 35 runs from 58 balls, with two boundaries. He also took 2 wickets for 24 runs, including two maidens, and helped his team win by 22 runs against Islami Bank East Zone at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
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Season
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Team
|
Runs Scored
|
Wickets Taken
|
Bowling Economy
|
Match Result
|
|
2022
|
Walton Central Zone
|
35
|
2
|
4.80
|
Win by 22 runs
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Lanka Premier League
Shakib was initially expected to play in the 2020 and 2021 Lanka Premier League, but both times he was denied participation by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). In 2023, Shakib joined Gall Marvels and played an important role in his team's big 83-run win over B-Love Kandy with both bat and ball.
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Season
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Team
|
Runs Scored
|
Wickets Taken
|
Bowling Economy
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Match Result
|
|
2023
|
Gall Marvels
|
30 (21 balls)
|
2 (3 overs)
|
3.33
|
Win by 83 runs
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Domestic career
Shakib Al Hasan began his cricket career in 2004 with Khulna in the National Domestic League. He made his First Class debut for Bangladesh Cricket Board XI against Zimbabwe in January 2005. Over his career, Shakib has played 92 First Class matches, scoring 5777 runs, including 8 centuries and 34 half-centuries. He has also taken 310 wickets, with 23 five-wicket hauls and 2 ten-wicket hauls.
In the National Cricket League (NCL), Shakib has represented Khulna since 2004. In his early years, he played only a few matches but gradually became a key player. By the 2010 season, he was the captain of Khulna in the now-defunct NCL Twenty20. He played 7 matches, scoring 86 runs and taking 8 wickets. In the 2006-07 season, Shakib's batting average was lower, but he improved significantly in the later seasons, with 930 runs in 14 matches at an average of 40.43.
Shakib also ventured into English county cricket. He joined Worcestershire in 2010, becoming the first Bangladeshi to play for a county team. He impressed in the County Championship, taking 35 wickets and scoring 358 runs in 8 first-class matches. His best bowling figures for Worcestershire were 7/32 against Middlesex. In 2011, after his IPL stint, Shakib returned to Worcestershire and also played one match for Surrey, where he took 4 wickets. In the FriendsLife t20 competition, he became the leading wicket-taker for Worcestershire with 19 wickets in 12 matches. Later, Shakib played for Leicestershire in 2013, contributing both with the bat and ball, including a best bowling figure of 2/7.
Other Leagues
Shakib Al Hasan returned to cricket in November 2020 after serving a one-year ban from the International Cricket Council. He joined Gemcon Khulna for the Bangabandhu T20 Cup. During the tournament, Shakib became the third cricketer to reach 5000 runs and 300 wickets in T20 cricket, completing this achievement in his 311th match. He was the second Bangladeshi player to score 5000 runs in T20s, following Tamim Iqbal. Shakib played nine matches, scoring 110 runs and taking 6 wickets. He missed the final due to a family emergency and traveled to the US to be with his sick father-in-law. Before leaving, Shakib scored 28 runs and took one wicket in Khulna's crucial win over Gazi Group Chattogram in the 1st Qualifier.
In June 2019, Shakib was chosen to play for Brampton Wolves in the Global T20 Canada. However, he missed the tournament after the Bangladesh Cricket Board gave him time off for personal reasons.
Records and achievements
Shakib Al Hasan has set many records in his career, particularly as an all-rounder. His achievements highlight his skill in both batting and bowling.
Records
- Highest Fifth-Wicket Partnership in ICC Champions Trophy: He made 225 runs with Mahmudullah, the highest partnership for Bangladesh in One Day Internationals.
- First Bangladeshi Bowler to Take 5 Wickets Against All Test-Playing Nations: Shakib became the fourth bowler in the world to do this, after Dale Steyn, Muttiah Muralitharan, and Rangana Herath.
- Most Wickets at a Single Ground in T20Is: He holds the record with 76 wickets at Shere Bangla Stadium in T20I matches.
- Leading Wicket-Taker in International T20s: During the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup, he became the top wicket-taker in international T20 cricket, surpassing Lasith Malinga.
- First Player to Score 12,000 Runs and Take 600+ Wickets Across All Formats: Shakib achieved this milestone during the 2021 T20 World Cup.
- Most Wickets for a Spin Bowler at a Single Ground in ODIs: Shakib has taken 112 wickets at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in One Day Internationals.
- Most Runs and Wickets at a Single Ground: He scored 4,133 runs and took 201 wickets across all formats at Shere Bangla Stadium.
- First Bangladeshi to Score 1,000 Runs in World Cups: He is also the only player to score 400 runs and take 100 wickets in a single World Cup.
- Fastest All-Rounder to Reach 10,000 Runs and 500 Wickets in International Cricket: Shakib is the fastest to achieve this.
- Fastest to Score a Double Century and Take a Duck in the Same Test Match: He is the seventh batsman in history to do this.
- First Cricketer to Score a Century and Take 10 Wickets in the Same Test Match: Shakib became the third player in the world to do this.
- Most Wickets for Bangladesh in Tests and T20Is: Shakib leads in both formats for the Bangladesh national team.
- First Captain to Register a Five-Wicket Haul in T20Is: He is the only captain to do this.
- Third-Highest Run Scorer in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup: Shakib scored 606 runs, breaking records for most runs in the group stages.
- Third-Most T20I Wickets (as of July 2024): He is ranked third for most wickets in T20Is.
Achievements:
- Wisden Cricket World Test Player of the Year (2009): Shakib received this honor for his performance in Test cricket.
- 13 Player of the Series Awards: He has the highest number of these awards among Bangladeshi cricketers.
- 21 Player of the Series Awards in ODIs: Shakib has received numerous player-of-the-series honors in One Day Internationals.
- 5 Player of the Series Awards in T20Is: He is recognized for his performances in the shortest format of the game.
- Most Man-of-the-Match Awards in Bangladesh: Shakib has won 41 of these awards, the highest in the country.
- Third-Highest Number of Man-of-the-Series Trophies: He has earned 16 trophies in all formats.
- Captain of Bangladesh in 120 Matches: Shakib captained the national team in all three formats from 2009 to 2022.
- Ranked 90th Among the World's Most Renowned Athletes in 2019: ESPN recognized his global influence.
- Twice Named to the ICC Men's Team of the Year (2009, 2021): Shakib's performances earned him a place in the prestigious team twice.
Shakib continues to break records and solidify his position as one of the best all-rounders in cricket. His influence both on and off the field remains significant in the cricket world.
Personal life
Shakib Al Hasan is married to Umme Ahmed Shishir, a Bangladeshi-American who holds a Green Card. This allows her to live and work in the United States. Shakib’s father, Khondokar Masroor Reza, was a footballer, and his mother, Shirin Reza, is a housewife. Shakib has three children: a daughter, Alayna Hasan Aubrey, a second daughter, Errum, born in April 2020, and a son, born in March 2021.
Financial Status
Shakib Al Hasan’s net worth is around 800 crore BDT, which equals about $75 million USD or 600 crore INR. He works with brands like PepsiCo, Boost, and Grameenphone. Shakib plays in several franchise leagues around the world. In 2023, he signed a deal worth INR 1.5 crore to play for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League. He also captained the Fortune Barishal in the Bangladesh Premier League, earning 70 lakh BDT each season.
House and Cars
Shakib lives in an upscale area in Banani, Dhaka, known for its luxurious houses. His car collection includes a Nissan X-Trail, Mercedes GLE, Audi, and Honda Accord.
Scandals
Shakib has faced a few controversies:
- In 2015 and 2023, he was suspended and fined after arguing with referees during Bangladesh Premier League matches.
- In 2021, he criticized fans on social media after attending a Hindu religious ceremony in Kolkata, which some thought broke COVID-19 rules.
- In 2022, his partnership with the online betting site Betwinner News caused backlash. The Bangladesh Cricket Board pressured him to end the deal.
Fans
Shakib has a large following, but his relationship with fans is sometimes tense. On October 21, 2024, a group of his supporters were attacked by rival groups outside the Sher-e-Bangla stadium. They were protesting for Shakib’s inclusion in the Bangladesh national team, and police reported that the attackers used sticks and bamboo.
Social Media
Shakib has a big presence on social media, with over 2.6 million followers on Instagram.
