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Rishad Hossain: First Bangladeshi in BBL Since 2015

10/18/2025

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Summary

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Rishad Hossain will make his Big Bash League debut for the Hobart Hurricanes, becoming the first Bangladeshi in the league since Shakib Al Hasan in 2015.
He gained recognition for dismissing Virat Kohli during the 2023 Champions Trophy, a moment he cherishes.
With 61 wickets in 50 T20 matches, he aims to contribute to the Hurricanes and face top players like Glenn Maxwell and Steve Smith.

History

Historical Context

Shakib Al Hasan's participation in the Big Bash League in 2015 marked a pivotal moment for Bangladesh cricket, following the national team's rise since gaining Test status in 2000. The team's notable achievements, including reaching the quarter-finals of the 2015 Cricket World Cup, have fostered a new generation of players like Rishad Hossain, who has taken 61 wickets in 50 T20 matches, enhancing Bangladesh's presence in international cricket.

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Story summary

Rishad Hossain will make his Big Bash League debut for the Hobart Hurricanes, becoming the first Bangladeshi in the league since Shakib Al Hasan in 2015.
He gained recognition for dismissing Virat Kohli during the 2023 Champions Trophy, a moment he cherishes.
With 61 wickets in 50 T20 matches, he aims to contribute to the Hurricanes and face top players like Glenn Maxwell and Steve Smith.

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