Mehidy Hasan Miraz becomes Bangladesh’s new ODI captain, stepping up after years of learning from senior players. He promises to lead with unity, support younger teammates, and build a strong team spirit as he begins this exciting new chapter.
Miraz: A Humble Star Who Learned from the Legends
Mehidy Hasan Miraz has always been a respectful and humble cricketer. In the early years of his international career, he often spoke about how the advice of senior players helped him perform well on the field. After good performances, he would say things like, “Mashrafe Bhai said this, I listened and played well. That’s why I became Man of the Match.” He often mentioned how Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan, and Mushfiqur Rahim gave him helpful tips and guidance.
These comments showed how much Mehidy Hasan respected his senior teammates. He believed in learning from them and credited them for his growth and success in cricket.
From Learner to Leader: Miraz Gets the Captaincy
As the years passed, Miraz continued to improve as a player. He gained more experience and became a regular face in the Bangladesh cricket team. After playing under many captains and learning from each of them, Miraz himself has now reached a new chapter in his career.
On Thursday, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officially announced Mehidy Hasan Miraz as the ODI (One Day International) captain of the national team. This is the first time he will lead Bangladesh in the 50-over format as the full-time captain.
A New Role, New Responsibilities
The very next day after being announced as captain, Miraz attended a press conference at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium. There, a senior journalist reminded him of his early days when he often praised the seniors and followed their advice. Now, the journalist asked, how would Miraz inspire the younger players?
Miraz replied,
“Yes, I made my debut under Mashrafe Bhai. Alhamdulillah, I have played under many captains. I learned a lot from them. Now, it’s my turn to use that experience. I have played for 8–9 years in the national team. It’s time for us to take responsibility. And it’s also time to help the juniors move forward.”
Creating a Strong Team Environment
Miraz made it clear that he values the support and guidance he received from his seniors. Now, he wants to offer the same support to the next generation of players.
He added,
“The help and support I received from the seniors I want to do the same for the younger players. I want to keep the dressing room strong, so that no player feels alone. I want everyone to feel like we are part of one big family.”
Miraz aims to create a friendly and united team environment, where every player young or old feels supported and motivated.
Conclusion: A Captain with a Heart
Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s journey from a young, respectful cricketer to becoming the captain of Bangladesh’s ODI team is truly inspiring. His leadership style will likely be built on unity, teamwork, and kindness values he learned from his senior teammates. Now, as captain, he is ready to pass those values on to the next generation and lead Bangladesh with pride.