Shadman Islam, born on May 18, 1995, in Dhaka, is a Bangladeshi cricketer with a promising career. Coming from a cricketing family, Shadman first gained recognition as a leading run-scorer in the 2014 U-19 World Cup.Â
Since his Test debut against the West Indies in November 2018, Shadman has been steadily contributing to Bangladesh’s national team, with a standout performance being his maiden Test century in 2021. Known for his resilient batting style, he has featured in 15 Test matches, amassing 695 runs. His technical focus, particularly against spin, has made him a reliable presence at the crease.
Early Career
Shadman came into the limelight when he was a member of Bangladesh U-19, where Shadman Islam excelled in the 2014 U-19 World Cup, finishing as the top run-scorer with 406 runs at an average of 101.50. His domestic career took off during the 2017/2018 season, and he gained prominence through performances in leagues like the Bangladesh Cricket League and the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League.
He made his international debut in a Test match against the Windies on November 30, 2018, where he immediately impressed with a score of 76. Shadman continued to represent Bangladesh in various series, including the four-nation tournament in New Zealand in February 2021. He registered his maiden Test century in July 2021, scoring an unbeaten 115 at Bond University Stadium in Brisbane.
By September 2024, Shadman had participated in 15 Test matches, amassing 695 runs with an average of 25.74, including one century. He demonstrated resilience in his approach, as seen in the two-match Test series against Pakistan, where he accumulated 135 runs. Shadman is known for his patience at the crease, preferring to build his innings rather than playing aggressively.
On the personal front, Shadman married Nasha Walid in July 2020. He remains committed to maintaining his fitness and working hard to become a regular player for the Bangladesh national team.
Net WorthÂ
Shadman Islam’s net worth is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1 million. His primary sources of income include his salary as a contracted player for the Bangladesh national cricket team, earnings from domestic cricket leagues, and endorsements.
Notable Achievements
Topped the run-charts at the 2014 U-19 World Cup, scoring 406 runs at an average of 101.50 with 1 century and 2 half-centuries Leading run-scorer for Central Zone in the 2017-18 Bangladesh Cricket League with 500 runs in six matches Leading run-scorer in the 2018-19 National Cricket League with 648 runs in six matches Scored his maiden Test century, an unbeaten 115, against Zimbabwe in July 2021 Scored 135 runs at an average of 45.33 in the recent 2-match Test series against Pakistan, including a brilliant 93 in the first innings of the first Test
Career Stats
Format
Mat
Inn
NO
Runs
HS
Avg
BF
SR
100
200
50
4s
6s
Test
15
29
2
695
115*
25.74
1587
43.79
1
0
3
75
0
Shadman Islam made his Test debut for Bangladesh against the West Indies in November 2018. As of September 2024, he has played 15 Test matches, accumulating 695 runs at an average of 25.74 with 1 century and 3 half-centuries.
Despite a slow start to his international career, Shadman has shown resilience and adaptability. He has worked on technical aspects of his game, particularly against spin bowling, to solidify his position as a key player for Bangladesh in Test cricket.
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