Hasan Murad, a cricketer from Cox’s Bazar, has become a familiar face in Bangladesh’s national cricket team. The left-arm spinner earned his place through skill, hard work and perseverance, becoming an inspiration for young cricketers in his home district.
Born in Cox’s Bazar on July 1, 2001, Hasan is the son of Nazim Uddin and Rasheda Begum. He grew up in Muhuripara, Link Road area, where he began his cricketing journey at the local level. He started training at the Cox’s Bazar Cricket Academy before earning an opportunity to train at the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan (BKSP).
His talent and hard work earned him a place in Bangladesh’s victorious Under-19 World Cup squad in 2020. Hasan was part of the historic title-winning campaign in South Africa and played in both the quarter-final and semi-final.
His progress in youth cricket eventually earned him a spot on the national team. Hasan made his international T20 debut for Bangladesh at the 2023 Asian Games. He later made his Test debut, playing for Bangladesh in the 2025 Test series against Ireland.
His dedication to cricket has been evident to those who watched him grow up. Neighbour Md Zainal said Hasan had been passionate about cricket since childhood and regularly trained with determination.
“He was very interested in cricket from an early age. He was hardworking and practised regularly. Through his own efforts and hard work, he has reached a good position today. We are proud of his success,” Zainal said.
From an ordinary neighbourhood in Cox’s Bazar to Bangladesh’s Test team, Hasan Murad’s journey has become a source of pride for his family and the district. His success is also encouraging many young cricketers in Cox’s Bazar to dream of representing the country.
By Mohammad Morshed
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