Taijul Islam
158 matches · 26 Feb 2012 to 22 Aug 2026
- Full name
- Taijul Islam
- Born
- 7 Feb 1992, Natore District
- Age
- 34 years
- Role
- Bowler
- Batting
- Left-handed
- Bowling
- Slow left-arm orthodox
Taijul Islam (Bengali: তাইজুল ইসলাম; born 7 February 1992) is a Bangladeshi professional cricketer who plays as a left-arm orthodox spin bowler and left-handed batter for the Bangladesh national team and Rajshahi Division. Making his international debut in 2014, he has taken the most wickets in Test matches for Bangladesh.
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Taijul Islam: career summary
Taijul Islam is a bowler from Bangladesh, born on 7 Feb 1992 in Natore District. Taijul Islam has played 158 matches on CricInto's records, from 26 Feb 2012 to 22 Aug 2026, for Bangladesh, Dhaka Capitals, Fortune Barishal, Chattogram Challengers, Rajshahi Royals, Khulna Titans, Sylhet Sixers, Barisal Bulls and Duronto Rajshahi.
In the Bangladesh Premier League (80 matches, 2012–2026): 189 runs in 32 innings at an average of 9.95 and a strike rate of 78.42 (highest score 22*); 63 wickets at an average of 27.16 and an economy rate of 7.29 (best 3/10).
In Tests (60 matches, 2014–2026): 941 runs in 101 innings at an average of 10.57 and a strike rate of 39.01 (highest score 47); 264 wickets at an average of 30.39 and an economy rate of 3.06 (best 8/39).
In ODIs (17 matches, 2014–2024): 89 runs in 10 innings at an average of 11.13 and a strike rate of 66.92 (highest score 39*); 28 wickets at an average of 24.64 and an economy rate of 4.73 (best 5/28).
Batting
| Competition | M | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | 0s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 60 | 101 | 12 | 941 | 47 | 10.57 | 2412 | 39.01 | 0 | 0 | 104 | 3 | 11 |
| ODI | 17 | 10 | 2 | 89 | 39* | 11.13 | 133 | 66.92 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| T20I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bangladesh Premier League | 80 | 32 | 13 | 189 | 22* | 9.95 | 241 | 78.42 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 3 |
Bowling
| Competition | M | Inns | Overs | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 60 | 106 | 2618.2 | 8022 | 264 | 8/39 | 30.39 | 3.06 | 59.51 | 13 | 19 |
| ODI | 17 | 17 | 146 | 690 | 28 | 5/28 | 24.64 | 4.73 | 31.29 | 1 | 1 |
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 3 | 26 | 1 | 1/26 | 26.00 | 8.67 | 18.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Bangladesh Premier League | 80 | 78 | 234.5 | 1711 | 63 | 3/10 | 27.16 | 7.29 | 22.37 | 0 | 0 |
Recent matches
| Date | Match | Bat | Bowl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug 2026 | BAN vs AUS Test | 11* (26) & 7 (24) | 1/17 (9.3) |
| 13 Aug 2026 | BAN vs AUS Test | 17 (23) | 0/24 (5) & 1/51 (17) |
| 28 Jun 2026 | BAN vs ZIM Test | 9 (13) & 8 (23) | 7/138 (40.2) |
| 16 May 2026 | BAN vs PAK Test | 16 (40) & 22 (51) | 3/67 (14) & 6/120 (34.2) |
| 8 May 2026 | BAN vs PAK Test | 17 (23) & 3 (7) | 2/46 (11.3) & 2/22 (14) |
| 12 Jan 2026 | DC vs RW Bangladesh Premier League | 0 (1) | 0/24 (2) |
| 11 Jan 2026 | DC vs NE Bangladesh Premier League | 1 (4) | 2/29 (4) |
| 19 Nov 2025 | BAN vs IRE Test | 4 (10) | 4/76 (35.3) & 4/104 (40) |
| 11 Nov 2025 | BAN vs IRE Test | DNB | 2/78 (22) & 3/84 (23.2) |
| 25 Jun 2025 | BAN vs SL Test | 33 (60) & 6 (15) | 5/131 (42.5) |
Frequently asked questions
How many runs has Taijul Islam scored in the Bangladesh Premier League?
Taijul Islam has scored 189 runs in the Bangladesh Premier League, at an average of 9.95.
How many wickets has Taijul Islam taken in the Bangladesh Premier League?
Taijul Islam has taken 63 wickets in the Bangladesh Premier League, with best figures of 3/10.
How many runs has Taijul Islam scored in Tests?
Taijul Islam has scored 941 runs in Tests, at an average of 10.57.
How many wickets has Taijul Islam taken in Tests?
Taijul Islam has taken 264 wickets in Tests, with best figures of 8/39.
How many runs has Taijul Islam scored in ODIs?
Taijul Islam has scored 89 runs in ODIs, at an average of 11.13.
How many wickets has Taijul Islam taken in ODIs?
Taijul Islam has taken 28 wickets in ODIs, with best figures of 5/28.
What is Taijul Islam's highest score?
Taijul Islam's highest score is 47, in Tests.
How old is Taijul Islam?
Taijul Islam was born on 7 Feb 1992 in Natore District, and is 34 years old.
Which teams has Taijul Islam played for?
Bangladesh (2014–2026), Dhaka Capitals (2026), Fortune Barishal (2022–2025), Chattogram Challengers (2023), Rajshahi Royals (2019–2020), Khulna Titans (2019), Sylhet Sixers (2017), Barisal Bulls (2015–2016) and Duronto Rajshahi (2012–2013).