Mushfiqur Rahim Named ICC Mens Player of the Month for the Second Time

Dubai, June 22: Bangladesh’s seasoned batsman Mushfiqur Rahim has been awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for May 2026. This marks the second time he has received this honor, having previously won it in May 2021. He triumphed over fellow Bangladeshi player Taijul Islam and Nepal’s all-rounder Dipendra Singh Airee to claim the accolade.

Mushfiqur played a crucial role in leading Bangladesh to a 2-0 Test series victory against Pakistan during the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. The 39-year-old scored a total of 253 runs at an impressive average of 63.25 across two Test matches, helping elevate Bangladesh’s standing in the World Test Championship.

In the first innings of the opening Test against Pakistan, Mushfiqur scored 71 runs, followed by a 22-run contribution. He then excelled in the second Test held in Sylhet, scoring an impressive 137 runs in the second innings.

Upon receiving the award, Mushfiqur expressed his gratitude, stating, “Being named ICC Player of the Month again is a great honor. I am thrilled to receive this recognition for my performance in Test cricket. My teammate Taijul played a vital role in our memorable series win against Pakistan. This victory is something we will all remember for a long time. It also helped us improve our standing in the ICC World Test Championship, making this achievement even more special for the team. I thank my teammates and support staff for their assistance, and I look forward to contributing further to Bangladesh’s success in the coming months.”

Mushfiqur’s consistent performance, leadership, and ability to perform under pressure earned him the Player of the Series award, contributing to Bangladesh’s remarkable 2-0 victory.

This latest honor underscores Mushfiqur’s significance to Bangladesh cricket. Despite nearing the end of his international career, he continues to play a pivotal role in the team’s success. His performance against Pakistan not only secured a memorable series win but also strengthened Bangladesh’s hopes in the race for the World Test Championship final.