Rishad Hossain was born on 15 July 2002 in Rangpur, Bangladesh, and comes from the Nilphamari district. A right‑handed batsman and leg‑spinner, he broke into senior cricket as a teenager, making his first‑class debut for North Zone in December 2018 and his Twenty20 debut for Khelaghar Samaj Kallyan Samity in February 2019. He earned his first international caps in 2023, debuting in T20Is against Ireland and in ODIs against New Zealand later that year.

In domestic circuits he has represented North Zone, Khelaghar Samaj Kallyan Samity and the Rangpur Rangers, while his franchise résumé includes stints with Hobart Hurricanes, Rangpur Riders and Lahore Qalandars. Across 19 ODIs he has taken 29 wickets at an average of 28.79, with a best of 6/35, and in 59 T20Is he has claimed 72 wickets at 22.18, best 4/26. He recorded a maiden T20I half‑century of 53 runs and was the joint highest spin‑bowling wicket‑taker at the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Rishad Hossain: quick facts

  • Born: 15 July 2002, Rangpur
  • Team: Bangladesh

Rishad Hossain career statistics

Batting

FormatMatchesInningsRunsHighestAverageStrike rate100s50s
ODIs191520648*17.17118.3900
T20Is5935233538.32122.6301

Bowling

FormatMatchesWicketsBestAverageEconomy
ODIs19296/3528.795.57
T20Is59724/2622.188.22

Figures as of 14 November 2026. Figures from Cricsheet (cricsheet.org), Open Data Commons Attribution licence.

Rishad Hossain’s early life

Rishad Hossain was born on 15 July 2002 in Rangpur, Bangladesh, and hails from the Nilphamari district. He grew up playing cricket in his native region, developing as a right‑handed batsman and a leg‑spin bowler. His talent earned him a place in the North Zone side for the Bangladesh Cricket League, where he made his first‑class debut on 5 December 2018. The early exposure to senior domestic cricket laid the foundation for his rapid rise through the ranks.

By his mid‑teens he was already featuring in the Dhaka Premier Division Twenty20 league, debuting for Khelaghar Samaj Kallyan Samity on 25 February 2019. His performances caught the attention of BPL franchises, leading to his selection by the Rangpur Rangers for the 2019–20 season. These experiences provided him with exposure to varied conditions and competitive pressure, essential for his later international breakthroughs.

Rishad Hossain’s personal life

Rishad Hossain originates from the Nilphamari district of Bangladesh and was born in the city of Rangpur. Apart from his cricketing commitments, no further personal details have been publicly documented in the available sources.

Rishad Hossain: frequently asked questions

When was Rishad Hossain born?

Rishad Hossain was born on 15 July 2002 in Rangpur.

Where is Rishad Hossain from?

Rishad Hossain was born in Rangpur, Bangladesh.

Which teams has Rishad Hossain played for?

Rishad Hossain plays international cricket for Bangladesh.

When did Rishad Hossain make an international debut?

Rishad Hossain made an ODI debut against New Zealand at Saxton Oval, Nelson on 20 December 2023. Rishad Hossain made a T20I debut against Ireland at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram on 31 March 2023.

What is Rishad Hossain’s highest score?

Rishad Hossain’s highest score is 48 not out in ODIs and 53 in T20Is.

How many wickets has Rishad Hossain taken?

Rishad Hossain has taken 29 wickets in ODIs and 72 wickets in T20Is.

What are Rishad Hossain’s best bowling figures?

Rishad Hossain’s best bowling figures are 6/35 in ODIs and 4/26 in T20Is.