The Bangladesh cricket team played their inaugural Test match in 2000. Since then, their journey in the longest format of the game has been a challenging one. Despite initial struggles, the team has gradually made progress, particularly showcasing strong performances on home soil over the past decade. However, their performances in overseas conditions remain a work in progress.
One of their most remarkable achievements in Test cricket came in 2024, when Bangladesh clinched a historic Test series victory against Pakistan in Pakistan. Over the years, Bangladesh has developed a pool of talented batsmen who have been instrumental in shaping the team’s Test cricket journey. These players have made significant contributions to elevating Bangladesh’s status in the global cricketing arena. On that note, let’s delve into the top five run-scorers for Bangladesh in Test cricket.
5. Habibul Bashar – 3026 runs
Former captain Habibul Bashar is the fifth-highest run-getter for his nation in test cricket. The right-handed batter scored 3026 runs in 50 tests at an average of 30.87. Bashar notched up 24 half-centuries and three hundreds in his playing days in whites.
4. Mominul Haque – 4269 runs
Middle-order batter Mominul Haque has amassed 4,269 runs in 66 Test matches to date, maintaining a respectable average of 37.77. The left-handed batter has showcased his consistency with 13 centuries and 19 half-centuries, making him Bangladesh’s fourth-highest run-scorer in Test cricket.
3. Shakib Al Hasan – 4609 runs
Veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is the greatest Bangladeshi cricketer of all time. Shakib has been contributing to his team’s cause for 18 years. In test cricket, Shakib has scored 4609 runs in 71 matches at an average of 37.77, including five centuries and 31 half-centuries. The senior batter is the third-highest scorer his nation in test cricket.
2. Tamim Iqbal – 5134 runs
Veteran opener Tamim Iqbal has featured in 70 Test matches, amassing 5,134 runs at an average of 38.89. The left-handed batter has registered 10 centuries and 31 half-centuries, making him the second-highest Test run-scorer in his country’s history.
1. Mushfiqur Rahim – 6003 runs
Senior wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim holds the record as Bangladesh’s leading Test run-scorer and is the first from the country to surpass 6,000 Test runs.
Since making his Test debut in 2005, Rahim has amassed 6,003 runs in 93 matches at an impressive average of 38.48. His tally includes 11 centuries and 27 half-centuries.
| Player | Runs | Matches | Match Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habibul Bashar | 3026 | 50 | Test |
| Mominul Haque | 4269 | 64 | Test |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 4609 | 59 | Test |
| Tamim Iqbal | 5134 | 70 | Test |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | 6003 | 93 | Test |