Mustafizur Rahman's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 18, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Mustafizur Rahman.

Mustafizur Rahman is a Bangladeshi international cricketer, born on September 6, 1995. He is a left-arm fast-medium bowler known globally for his effective 'slower cutters.' His career began gaining momentum during the 2015 Bangladesh Premier League, where his unique bowling style, particularly his accurate cutters and slower deliveries, earned him the nickname "The Fizz" and quickly elevated him to international recognition.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

June 2015: Series against India

In June 2015, Mustafizur Rahman played his first match of the series against India, taking a five-wicket haul. He became the tenth bowler in ODI history to achieve this on debut. In the second ODI, Mustafizur took six wickets, setting a record for most wickets after two ODIs, surpassing Brian Vitori. He completed the last ODI with 2 wickets and made history by taking 13 wickets in a three-match ODI series.

2015: Named in World ODI XI by ICC

For his performances in 2015, Mustafizur Rahman was named in the World ODI XI by ICC, ESPNcricinfo, and Cricbuzz, acknowledging his significant impact in One Day International cricket.

2015: Named in ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year

In 2015, Mustafizur Rahman was listed in the ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance in One Day International cricket.

February 2016: Drafted by Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL Auction

In February 2016, Mustafizur Rahman was drafted by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL auction. He took 17 wickets in 16 matches, contributing to his team winning the title and earning him the "Emerging Player of the Tournament" award.

2016: Emerging Player Award in IPL

In 2016, Mustafizur Rahman became the only overseas player to win the Emerging Player Award in the IPL while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

2016: Asia Cup and ICC World Twenty20 participation

In 2016, Mustafizur Rahman participated in the Asia Cup, but was sidelined due to a side strain, playing only the first three games. He played against Australia, India, and New Zealand in the 2016 ICC World Twenty20, where he became the first Bangladeshi bowler to grab five wickets in the T20 World Cup, taking 5 for 22 against New Zealand. He was named as 12th man in the 'Team of the Tournament' for the 2016 T20 World Cup by the ICC.

2016: Acquisition by Sunrisers Hyderabad

In 2016, Mustafizur Rahman was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for $208k, where he won his first Indian Premier League (IPL) title and became the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.

April 2018: Awarded Central Contract by BCB

In April 2018, Mustafizur Rahman was one of the ten cricketers to be awarded a central contract by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) ahead of the 2018 season.

2018: Named in ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year

In 2018, Mustafizur Rahman was once again listed in the ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year, recognizing his continued excellence in One Day International cricket.

July 2019: Took 100th Wicket in ODIs

On 5 July 2019, in the match against Pakistan, Mustafizur Rahman took his 100th wicket in ODIs. He finished the tournament as the leading wicket-taker for Bangladesh, with twenty dismissals in eight matches.

2021: Recognized in ICC Teams of the Year

In 2021, Mustafizur Rahman was listed in both the ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year and the ICC Men's T20I Team of the Year, marking a year of significant achievement in both formats of cricket.

May 2025: First Player to Bowl 300 Dot Balls in Death Overs in T20I Cricket

In May 2025, Mustafizur Rahman was named in Bangladesh's squad for their tour to the United Arab Emirates. On 17 May 2025, during the 1st T20I, he became the first player to bowl 300 dot balls in death overs in T20I cricket.