Abdur Razzak

'BKSP a little too far' from selectors' comfort zone: Is BCB aware of the repercussions?

The primary responsibility of national selectors is to identify players capable of fulfilling roles that contribute to the national team’s goals. To do so effectively, the selection panel is expected to attend a significant number of domestic matches.  However, questions have emerged over the selection panel’s noticeable absence from matches held at BKSP during the Dhaka Premier League (DPL), the country’s premier 50-over competition.

Experience used as an excuse: BCB reverting to old ways?

Reporters present during the Bangladesh squad announcement in Mirpur yesterday, ahead of the upcoming T20I series against the UAE and Pakistan, may have felt a strong sense of deja vu.

Tigers’ five-wicket collapse against India an accident: Razzak

Bangladesh selector Abdur Razzak has called the Tigers’ five-wicket collapse against India in an ICC Champions Trophy group-stage fixture “an accident” and assured that such a calamity wouldn’t take place in the next match against New Zealand.

NCL not a ‘picnic league’

National selector Abdur Razzak was optimistic about getting more sporting wickets in the upcoming National Cricket League (NCL), which will be held in both four-day and T20 formats next month.

A selection of romantic films featuring the iconic Razzak

The actor Abdur Razzak, often hailed as a cinematic legend, earned the prestigious title of “king” for his exceptional contributions to the local film industry. He elevated the nation's cinema to new heights and established a legacy of blockbuster films that speak volumes with audiences to this day. His commanding presence on the silver screen, whether in romance, social dramas, historical pieces, or action-packed thrillers, showcased his versatility and cemented his legacy in every genre.

Our batting was unacceptable: Razzak

“Our batting, to me, was really unexpected and not at all acceptable,” Razzak told the media after the day’s play.

BCB springs surprise with new selection panel

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) held the ninth board meeting of the incumbent board yesterday where changes made in captaincy and the selection panel were the biggest highlights.

‘Local coaches shun the overseas-trained players’

Abdur Razzak, a local coach who holds an AFC A level certification, was involved with the selection process in all three talent hunt programmes and accompanied the four promising players in Brazil as coach. The 55-year-old, who has been in the coaching profession for 23 years, spoke with The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman about what happens in such overseas training programmes and why have the budding footballers not been able to make it big after returning home.

I've portrayed tragic heroes with conviction, that's why people love me: Bappa Raj

Bappa Raj made his acting debut in 1986 through the film "Chapadangar Bou", directed by his father, actor Abdur Razzak. Afterwards, life's complexities and a lack of recognition prompted him to act in numerous films, often alongside his father. He was last seen in the movie "Poramon 2".

May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025

'BKSP a little too far' from selectors' comfort zone: Is BCB aware of the repercussions?

The primary responsibility of national selectors is to identify players capable of fulfilling roles that contribute to the national team’s goals. To do so effectively, the selection panel is expected to attend a significant number of domestic matches.  However, questions have emerged over the selection panel’s noticeable absence from matches held at BKSP during the Dhaka Premier League (DPL), the country’s premier 50-over competition.

May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025

Experience used as an excuse: BCB reverting to old ways?

Reporters present during the Bangladesh squad announcement in Mirpur yesterday, ahead of the upcoming T20I series against the UAE and Pakistan, may have felt a strong sense of deja vu.

February 22, 2025
February 22, 2025

Tigers’ five-wicket collapse against India an accident: Razzak

Bangladesh selector Abdur Razzak has called the Tigers’ five-wicket collapse against India in an ICC Champions Trophy group-stage fixture “an accident” and assured that such a calamity wouldn’t take place in the next match against New Zealand.

September 12, 2024
September 12, 2024

NCL not a ‘picnic league’

National selector Abdur Razzak was optimistic about getting more sporting wickets in the upcoming National Cricket League (NCL), which will be held in both four-day and T20 formats next month.

August 21, 2024
August 21, 2024

A selection of romantic films featuring the iconic Razzak

The actor Abdur Razzak, often hailed as a cinematic legend, earned the prestigious title of “king” for his exceptional contributions to the local film industry. He elevated the nation's cinema to new heights and established a legacy of blockbuster films that speak volumes with audiences to this day. His commanding presence on the silver screen, whether in romance, social dramas, historical pieces, or action-packed thrillers, showcased his versatility and cemented his legacy in every genre.

March 24, 2024
March 24, 2024

Our batting was unacceptable: Razzak

“Our batting, to me, was really unexpected and not at all acceptable,” Razzak told the media after the day’s play.

February 13, 2024
February 13, 2024

BCB springs surprise with new selection panel

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) held the ninth board meeting of the incumbent board yesterday where changes made in captaincy and the selection panel were the biggest highlights.

January 27, 2024
January 27, 2024

‘Local coaches shun the overseas-trained players’

Abdur Razzak, a local coach who holds an AFC A level certification, was involved with the selection process in all three talent hunt programmes and accompanied the four promising players in Brazil as coach. The 55-year-old, who has been in the coaching profession for 23 years, spoke with The Daily Star’s Anisur Rahman about what happens in such overseas training programmes and why have the budding footballers not been able to make it big after returning home.

October 28, 2023
October 28, 2023

I've portrayed tragic heroes with conviction, that's why people love me: Bappa Raj

Bappa Raj made his acting debut in 1986 through the film "Chapadangar Bou", directed by his father, actor Abdur Razzak. Afterwards, life's complexities and a lack of recognition prompted him to act in numerous films, often alongside his father. He was last seen in the movie "Poramon 2".

August 15, 2023
August 15, 2023

'Nannu, Bashar, Razzak not enemies of Riyad'

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Khaled Mahmud Sujon said that the selection panel leaving veteran Mahmudullah Riyad out of the Asia Cup squad came strictly out of their planning.