Anisur Rahman

‘We are the strongest Bangladesh side since the 2003 SAFF winners’

Bangladesh and Bashundhara Kings forward Rakib Hossain finished as the top local scorer in the recently concluded Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), netting 11 goals in 17 games -- one more than the previous season. Rakib spoke with The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman about his form, domestic football, the national team, and the inclusion of Canada-based Shamit Shome in the Bangladesh squad.

2d ago

‘Want to keep as many clean sheets as possible for Bangladesh’

With 15 clean sheets in 21 games in the Federation Cup and the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), Abahani goalkeeper Mitul Marma has been the standout performer this season.

1w ago

A parting rich in meaning for Rana

A mainstay in domestic football and a reliable presence between the sticks for Bangladesh from 2015 to 2022, Rana also played for Chittagong Abahani, Saif Sporting Club and Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra.

1w ago

Loyalists rejoice Mohammedan triumph

The vibe would likely have been different had Mohammedan SC clinched their maiden Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) title with a win on the field -- especially after such a dominant display by the Black and Whites throughout the tournament.

2w ago

Wasting a golden generation?

Unless reconciliation happens -- unless Butler and the BFF work to reintegrate the veterans and unify the squad -- Bangladesh could head into the Asian qualifiers at risk of squandering hard-won momentum.

2w ago

‘Life in sports is yet to return’

Jubaidur Rahman Rana, convenor of five-member Search Committee, talked to The Daily Star's Anisur Rahman.

3w ago

Locals key to Fed Cup success, says Kings captain Tapu

After leading Bashundhara Kings to Federation Cup title defence as captain, central defender -- even becoming the joint-top scorer -- Tapu Barman was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

1m ago

Ridoy 'regrets' his costly miss in India draw

Ridoy had the simplest of chances to put Bangladesh ahead against India in the 12th minute.

2m ago
June 1, 2025
June 1, 2025

‘We are the strongest Bangladesh side since the 2003 SAFF winners’

Bangladesh and Bashundhara Kings forward Rakib Hossain finished as the top local scorer in the recently concluded Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), netting 11 goals in 17 games -- one more than the previous season. Rakib spoke with The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman about his form, domestic football, the national team, and the inclusion of Canada-based Shamit Shome in the Bangladesh squad.

May 27, 2025
May 27, 2025

‘Want to keep as many clean sheets as possible for Bangladesh’

With 15 clean sheets in 21 games in the Federation Cup and the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), Abahani goalkeeper Mitul Marma has been the standout performer this season.

May 23, 2025
May 23, 2025

A parting rich in meaning for Rana

A mainstay in domestic football and a reliable presence between the sticks for Bangladesh from 2015 to 2022, Rana also played for Chittagong Abahani, Saif Sporting Club and Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra.

May 18, 2025
May 18, 2025

Loyalists rejoice Mohammedan triumph

The vibe would likely have been different had Mohammedan SC clinched their maiden Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) title with a win on the field -- especially after such a dominant display by the Black and Whites throughout the tournament.

May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025

Wasting a golden generation?

Unless reconciliation happens -- unless Butler and the BFF work to reintegrate the veterans and unify the squad -- Bangladesh could head into the Asian qualifiers at risk of squandering hard-won momentum.

May 12, 2025
May 12, 2025

‘Life in sports is yet to return’

Jubaidur Rahman Rana, convenor of five-member Search Committee, talked to The Daily Star's Anisur Rahman.

May 1, 2025
May 1, 2025

Locals key to Fed Cup success, says Kings captain Tapu

After leading Bashundhara Kings to Federation Cup title defence as captain, central defender -- even becoming the joint-top scorer -- Tapu Barman was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

March 28, 2025
March 28, 2025

Ridoy 'regrets' his costly miss in India draw

Ridoy had the simplest of chances to put Bangladesh ahead against India in the 12th minute.

March 27, 2025
March 27, 2025

Hamza leads on and off the pitch, says Morsalin

Playing alongside English Premier League footballer Hamza Choudhury was the best-ever experience of his playing career, according to Bangladesh forward Sheikh Morsalin.

March 26, 2025
March 26, 2025

‘Hamza’s influence was huge’

Cabrera hails debutant's impact