Bangladesh's Handling of Rishad Hossain in the New Zealand Series Rishad Hossain, the 23-year-old leg-spinner, was left out of Bangladesh's XI for the ODI series decider against New Zealand at Chattogram's Bir Shrestha Shahid Flight Lieutenant Motiur Rahman Cricket Stadium. The decision followed a pattern of inconsistent selection in recent series, with Hossain receiving limited bowling opportunities despite being the team's primary leg-spinning option. Hossain's exclusion came after a series of underutilized appearances in the three-match ODI series against Pakistan. In the first match, he bowled only two overs, followed by 9.3 overs in the second game and 7 overs in the third. Meanwhile, captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz, the other spinner in the squad, bowled his full quota of 10 overs in every match. This disparity in usage raised questions about the team's reliance on Miraz and the limited opportunities afforded to Hossain. Hossain's form had been notable in previous matches. In October, during the home series against the West Indies, he delivered a career-best 6 for 35 to secure a victory for Bangladesh. He followed that with two more three-wicket hauls in the second and third matches, finishing the series with 12 wickets. His performance continued in the Big Bash League (BBL), where he joined the Hobart Hurricanes and claimed 15 wickets in 11 matches, tying the league record for spinners. Despite his recent success, Hossain's inclusion in the Pakistan series was inconsistent. After the BBL, he returned to international cricket but was given limited overs in the opening match, followed by a partial spell in the second game. His limited exposure in the Pakistan series contrasted sharply with Miraz's consistent bowling, which included full overs in every match.#bangladesh_cricket_team #mehidy_hasan_miraz #rishad_hossain #big_bash_league #chattogram_stadium
Mushtaq Ahmed: Focusing on Rishad Hossain's Mental Strength Bangladesh spin bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed emphasized the importance of mental resilience for young cricketers, particularly Rishad Hossain, as the team prepares for upcoming matches. Ahmed highlighted that the decision to leave Hossain out of the third ODI against New Zealand was a strategic move aimed at fostering his growth. He described the exclusion as a "blessing in disguise," noting that such phases are essential for developing the temperament required at the international level. Hossain, who had previously established himself as Bangladesh’s lead spinner during the home series against the West Indies in October, faced scrutiny after being omitted from the third ODI. Despite performing well in the previous match, Ahmed explained that the team’s focus was on strengthening the overall spin attack. "We want to get stronger in other spinners too," Ahmed said, adding that the goal was to ensure players not in the starting XI remain mentally positive. Ahmed stressed that international cricket is as much a mental game as a technical one. "Skill can bring you here, but here you have to survive with the mindset," he said. He specifically called for improvements in Hossain’s googly, noting that refining the angle and delivery of the spin could enhance his effectiveness. "His googly has to improve a bit more," Ahmed said, emphasizing the need for a repeatable action and precise use of the crease. The coach also addressed Mehidy Hasan’s role in the team, urging him to expand his bowling variations. While Mehidy has been effective in containing runs, Ahmed pointed out that his lack of mystery spin requires greater variation to counter aggressive West Indies batsmen.#bangladesh_cricket_team #odi_series #rishad_hossain #mushtaq_ahmed #mehidy_hasan
Rishad Hossain goes unsold at The Hundred auction Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain failed to secure a franchise in the inaugural men’s auction of The Hundred, despite being listed with a base price of £75,000 (Tk1.12 crore). The player, who was grouped in the spin-bowling category alongside Jafer Chohan, Usman Tariq, and Akeal Hosein, did not attract any bids when his name was brought to the bidding block. Meanwhile, Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq generated significant interest and was eventually signed by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000, surpassing his base price of £100,000. Another spinner, Abrar Ahmed, was acquired by Sunrisers Leeds, the sister franchise of the IPL side Sunrisers Hyderabad, for £190,000. This marked one of the most expensive deals among overseas spinners. The auction’s standout moment came when England Lions all-rounder James Coles made history by being signed by London Spirit for £390,000, becoming the most expensive player in the men’s Hundred auction. Earlier in the bidding process, Pakistan stars Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan also went under the hammer but did not receive any offers. Pakistan leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, however, secured a lucrative deal with Sunrisers Leeds for £190,000. Other notable players who missed out included Pakistan opener Saim Ayub and Australian pacer Ben Dwarshuis. In the fast-bowling category, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult was quickly signed by MI London for £100,000 after attracting a single bid. The auction highlighted the competitive nature of the market, with several high-profile players either securing deals or facing challenges in finding a franchise. The results underscored the varying levels of interest across different categories and the strategic decisions made by the franchises.#the_hundred #birmingham_phoenix #rishad_hossain #jafer_chohan #usman_tariq
