Bangladesh

'Goal against India ranks above the others'

Sheikh Morsalin once again made the headlines with the goal that helped Bangladesh edge past India 1-0 after 22 years. Morsalin spoke to The Daily Star's Anisur Rahman about the mood in the camp, his feelings, and his future ambitions. Following are excerpts from the conversation.
20 November 2025, 03:00 AM

Mominul sees opportunity to crack jokes with Mushfiqur on 99

When the umpires were discussing calling an end to the first day’s play in the second Test, Bangladesh requested one more over. But time had already elapsed, leaving Mushfiqur Rahim stranded on 99 not out in his landmark 100th Test.
19 November 2025, 12:00 PM

Vacationing in Sreemangal, Shamit has eyes on SAFF success

Fresh off Bangladesh’s historic 1-0 victory over India, midfielder Shamit Shome chose a quieter, more personal celebration.
19 November 2025, 08:54 AM

Ball-boy's emotional speech adds spark to historic win

On the eve of Bangladesh’s Asian Cup Qualifier against India, the national team followed their usual tradition: coaches, key players and team officials delivering motivational speeches after the final training session.
19 November 2025, 07:13 AM

Hamza leaves for England, Shamit off to Sylhet

Bangladesh’s long-suffering football fans finally found reason to celebrate on Tuesday as the national team clinched a landmark victory over India -- their first win against their neighbours in 22 years.
19 November 2025, 06:09 AM

Shamit in, Jamal out as Bangladesh take on India

Bangladesh will take the field against India today with notable changes in the midfield, as Shamit Shome has been included alongside Sheikh Morsalin while Jamal Bhuyan and Sohel Rana Jr sit out.
18 November 2025, 12:21 PM

Bangladesh, India face off in battle of pride

With both sides already eliminated from the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, hosts Bangladesh and India are set to meet in what has become a battle of pride rather than a dead-rubber at the National Stadium in Dhaka today. The match kicks off at 8:00 pm.
18 November 2025, 05:00 AM

Bangladesh off to a flying start

Hosts Bangladesh defeat Uganda 42-22 in opening match of 11-nation tournament at Mirpur
17 November 2025, 14:06 PM

Govt signs 30-year deal with Danish APM for Laldia Container

The terminal is expected to be commissioned by 2030
17 November 2025, 10:37 AM

Under-17s eye Asian Cup finals after 19 years

Bangladesh have set their sights on reaching the finals of the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup as the qualifying rounds kick off across seven venues on November 22, with the boys in red and green placed in a challenging Group A in China.
16 November 2025, 13:48 PM

‘Only football on our mind’: India players assured with Dhaka security

India’s key players have expressed their assurance over the security arrangements made for them ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers in Dhaka on Tuesday, affirming that they have only football on their mind.
16 November 2025, 11:56 AM

Shamit knows how to hurt India

Shomit Shome is optimistic Bangladesh will end their winless streak in international football when they take on neighbours India in an AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers fixture in Dhaka on November 18.
15 November 2025, 17:50 PM

Bangladesh eye medal at home

Bangladesh are gearing up for hosting the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025, starting from November 17 at the Shaheed Suhrawardi Indoor Stadium in Mirpur.
15 November 2025, 16:00 PM

Third US wheat shipment of 60,875 tonnes arrives at Mongla Port

The first consignment of 56,959 tonnes arrived on October 25
15 November 2025, 15:22 PM

Century-old rocket steamer returns as luxury 'heritage cruise' vessel

From 21 November, the vessel will begin weekly 'heritage cruises' on the Dhaka-Barishal route
15 November 2025, 11:50 AM

Nahid Rana fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Bangladesh fast bowler Nahid Rana has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the opening day of the first Test against Ireland in Sylhet on Tuesday.
12 November 2025, 16:51 PM

Friendly against Nepal to shape Bangladesh’s India plans

Bangladesh will look to find the right combination and fine-tune their strategy for the upcoming India fixture when they face Nepal in an international friendly at the National Stadium today.
12 November 2025, 04:00 AM

Rakib believes Bangladesh play better at home than away

Forward Rakib Hossain remains optimistic about delivering a victory for the nation when Bangladesh face India in their final match of the year. The striker believes the team's recent home performances give them confidence ahead of the clash.
11 November 2025, 17:23 PM

'I feel blessed that I have the chance to make an entire nation proud'

Currently in Bangladesh for the upcoming matches against Nepal and India, Hamza attended a ceremony on Tuesday morning at Robi’s corporate office to officially sign on as the brand ambassador for the private telecom company.
11 November 2025, 07:01 AM

Gallery tickets for India match sold out in 'six minutes'

Ticket for the much-anticipated Bangladesh-India Asian Cup Qualifiers fixture began at 2:00 pm today, and within just six minutes, all general gallery tickets were sold out.
10 November 2025, 09:12 AM