Bangladeshi cricketer and all-rounder, considered one of the greatest players in Bangladesh's cricket history and top-ranked all-rounder globally.
Shakib Al Hasan is Bangladesh's greatest cricketer and one of the finest all-rounders in cricket history, spending time at number one in the ICC all-rounder rankings across all three formats. His left-arm orthodox spin, technically sound middle-order batting, and ability to influence matches with bat and ball make him Bangladesh's most complete cricketer. He is Bangladesh's highest wicket-taker and one of their greatest run-scorers.
First cricketer to achieve the number one ranking in both batting and bowling simultaneously in ODI cricket in 2015.
How They Played
Shakib is a classical left-handed batsman known for his elegant stroke play and ability to build innings under pressure. As a bowler, he delivers accurate slow left-arm orthodox spin with excellent control and variations. His exceptional game awareness and ability to read match situations make him equally effective with both bat and ball.
Lasting Impact
Shakib transformed Bangladesh from minnows to a competitive force in world cricket and inspired a generation of cricketers in his country. He remains the most successful all-rounder in Bangladesh's cricket history.
Career Honours
- ICC World Twenty20 2014 (Bangladesh runner-up, Shakib named in Team of the Tournament)
- ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 (standout performer, Player of the Tournament nominee)
- Asia Cup 2012 (Bangladesh winner)
- Asia Cup 2016 (Bangladesh runner-up)
- ICC Test Player of the Year 2009
- ICC Test Player of the Year 2011
- ICC ODI Player of the Year 2015
- Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World 2019
- Bangladesh Premier League champion with Dhaka Dynamites 2016
- ICC World's No.1 ranked Test all-rounder (multiple occasions)
- ICC World's No.1 ranked ODI all-rounder (multiple occasions)
- ICC World's No.1 ranked T20I all-rounder (multiple occasions)
- Bangladesh Cricket Board Cricketer of the Year (multiple times)
- ICC Champions Trophy 2017 (Bangladesh semi-finalist, Shakib key performer)
- ICC T20 World Cup 2021 (key performer for Bangladesh)
- Fastest to 200 ODI wickets and 5000 ODI runs double milestone recognition
| Club | Period | Matches | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khulna Tigers | 2019–2023 | 78 | 1812 | 103 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2014–2017 | 53 | 793 | 38 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2011–2013 | — | — | — |
| Barbados Tridents | 2016–2019 | — | — | — |
| Melbourne Renegades | 2017–2018 | — | — | — |
| Dhaka Division | 2007–2023 | — | — | — |