In 1977, Bangladesh entered cricket as an associate member, igniting its cricketing journey. The pivotal moment arrived in 2000 when they attained Test status, a prized recognition from the ICC.
This positioned them among cricket’s elite, marking the 10th team to Test cricket. Over time, the nation produced remarkable batsmen, many achieving Test centuries.
Here’s a rundown of the top 10 batsmen with the most centuries for Bangladesh in Test cricket.
Most Centuries for Bangladesh in Test Cricket
| Player | Innings | 100s | High Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mominul Haque | 132 | 13 | 181 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | 177 | 11 | 219* |
| Tamim Iqbal | 134 | 10 | 206 |
| Mohammad Ashraful | 119 | 6 | 190 |
| Mahmudullah | 94 | 5 | 150* |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | 66 | 5 | 163 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 130 | 5 | 217 |
| Litton Das | 84 | 4 | 141 |
| Habibul Bashar | 99 | 3 | 113 |
| Imrul Kayes | 76 | 3 | 150 |
Key insights from the above stats
4: Mushfiqur Rahim emerges as the most prolific Bangladesh captain in Test history, boasting an impressive tally of 4 centuries as a captain.
5: Shakib Al Hasan shines as the sole all-rounder in the lineup with 5 centuries. His multifaceted abilities as a batsman, bowler, and fielder have made him a linchpin in the Bangladesh team setup.
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