Mahmudullah Riyad, hailing from Mymensingh, Bangladesh, is a veteran cricketer and one of the most skilled all-rounders in the Bangladesh national team. Known for his cool head in pressure situations and his leadership skills, which many have too much of already, Mahmud also has a rep for being a solid middle-order batsman and a useful off-spin bowler. He made his international debut in 2007 and, since then, has been the mainstay of the national team in all formats.
Age and Height
As of 2025 Mahmudullah Riyad will turn 39. He is also at a height of 1.80 meters and has a very fit athletic structure, which suits his all-rounder role.
Cricket Career
In 2009, Mahmudullah also made his Test debut against the West Indies, which he put to good use by taking 8 wickets in that match. Also, over time, he proved to be a dependable player, in particular in what we see as limited overs cricket.
In the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup one of his stand out performances was when he scored back to back centuries which also made him the first Bangladeshi to do so in World Cup history. Those games played key role in Bangladesh’s run to the quarterfinals for the first time.
Also he was the man at the helm for Bangladesh’s T20I team and played a key role in the development of a competitive team in the shortest format. A doyen of finishers Mahmudullah has taken Bangladesh over the line to many a narrow victory with his calm and collected batting in the death overs.
Though out of Tests in 2021 Mahmudullah still was a part of ODI and T20I teams which he did with great skill and health.
Domestic and Franchise Cricket
Mahmudullah has been a large part of Bangladesh’s domestic action. In the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) he did service for teams like Khulna Titans and Chattogram Challengers in the capacity of both captain and player.
Net Worth
Mahmudullah Riyad’s net worth is reported to be in the range of five million dollars. His income, which is mainly from the BCB central contracts, match fees, endorsements, and franchise league performance. Also, he has been a brand ambassador for several sports and lifestyle companies in Bangladesh.
Legacy and Personal Life
He is married to Jannatul Kifayet Mondi, and they have children. Also, he is a great leader, which is what he is admired for, and he is an inspiration to young cricketers in our country.
Mahmudullah’s legacy in Bangladesh cricket is large, which also includes being looked up to as one of the most reliable and respected figures in the nation’s sports history.
