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Enter Mustafizur Rahman: Birmingham Phoenix's New Star For The Hundred 2026
3/13/2026, 2:24:00 PM
Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has secured his first contract in The Hundred after being signed by Birmingham Phoenix for the 2026 season. The experienced left arm pacer was selected during the official player draft held in London.
The franchise signed Mustafizur for £100,000, which equals more than 16.4 million Bangladeshi taka. The deal represents one of the most significant overseas contracts for the Bangladesh pacer in recent franchise cricket.
The upcoming campaign will mark Mustafizur Rahman’s debut appearance in The Hundred. The tournament features a unique 100 ball format that is shorter than traditional Twenty20 cricket and has rapidly grown in popularity since its launch.
The Hundred has become one of England’s most prominent domestic competitions, attracting international players from several major cricket nations. Mustafizur Rahman’s participation reflects the increasing global interest in the tournament.
For Birmingham Phoenix, the signing provides an experienced bowling option capable of delivering in crucial moments.
Mustafizur Rahman is already widely known for his performances in franchise cricket around the world. His career includes participation in several major international T20 leagues where he has built a reputation as a dependable pace bowler.
He has previously played in tournaments such as the Indian Premier League, the Pakistan Super League, the International League T20 and the Lanka Premier League.
These experiences have helped him develop into one of the most recognized Bangladesh players in global franchise competitions.
Mustafizur Rahman continues to be an important member of the Bangladesh national cricket team. At present he is part of the squad competing in an ODI series against the Pakistan national cricket team.
Over the years he has built an impressive record in international T20 cricket. The pacer has taken more than 150 wickets in the format and is known for delivering crucial overs during tight matches.
His slower deliveries and cutters remain a key weapon, especially during the closing stages of limited overs games.
At Birmingham Phoenix, Mustafizur Rahman will join a squad featuring several prominent international cricketers. England all rounder Jacob Bethell and fast bowler Chris Wood are among the notable names in the team.
The squad also includes Pakistan player Usman Tariq and South Africa’s powerful batter Donovan Ferreira. Together these players add depth and variety to the Phoenix lineup.
The arrival of Mustafizur Rahman strengthens the team’s pace bowling resources ahead of the upcoming season.
Another Bangladeshi cricketer was also part of the draft shortlist. Leg spinner Rishad Hossain entered the draft with a base price of £75,000.
Despite being included in the early shortlist, none of the eight franchises placed a bid for the spinner during the auction. Nevertheless, his presence in the draft indicated the growing interest in Bangladesh players across global leagues.
For Mustafizur Rahman, the Birmingham Phoenix contract represents a new milestone in his franchise career. His participation in The Hundred will give fans an opportunity to watch one of Bangladesh’s most experienced fast bowlers compete in England’s unique 100 ball competition.
The franchise signed Mustafizur for £100,000, which equals more than 16.4 million Bangladeshi taka. The deal represents one of the most significant overseas contracts for the Bangladesh pacer in recent franchise cricket.
First Opportunity In The Hundred
The upcoming campaign will mark Mustafizur Rahman’s debut appearance in The Hundred. The tournament features a unique 100 ball format that is shorter than traditional Twenty20 cricket and has rapidly grown in popularity since its launch.
The Hundred has become one of England’s most prominent domestic competitions, attracting international players from several major cricket nations. Mustafizur Rahman’s participation reflects the increasing global interest in the tournament.
For Birmingham Phoenix, the signing provides an experienced bowling option capable of delivering in crucial moments.
Experience Across Global Leagues
Mustafizur Rahman is already widely known for his performances in franchise cricket around the world. His career includes participation in several major international T20 leagues where he has built a reputation as a dependable pace bowler.
He has previously played in tournaments such as the Indian Premier League, the Pakistan Super League, the International League T20 and the Lanka Premier League.
These experiences have helped him develop into one of the most recognized Bangladesh players in global franchise competitions.
Key Role For Bangladesh
Mustafizur Rahman continues to be an important member of the Bangladesh national cricket team. At present he is part of the squad competing in an ODI series against the Pakistan national cricket team.
Over the years he has built an impressive record in international T20 cricket. The pacer has taken more than 150 wickets in the format and is known for delivering crucial overs during tight matches.
His slower deliveries and cutters remain a key weapon, especially during the closing stages of limited overs games.
Phoenix Squad Gains International Talent
At Birmingham Phoenix, Mustafizur Rahman will join a squad featuring several prominent international cricketers. England all rounder Jacob Bethell and fast bowler Chris Wood are among the notable names in the team.
The squad also includes Pakistan player Usman Tariq and South Africa’s powerful batter Donovan Ferreira. Together these players add depth and variety to the Phoenix lineup.
The arrival of Mustafizur Rahman strengthens the team’s pace bowling resources ahead of the upcoming season.
Rishad Hossain Misses Out In Draft
Another Bangladeshi cricketer was also part of the draft shortlist. Leg spinner Rishad Hossain entered the draft with a base price of £75,000.
Despite being included in the early shortlist, none of the eight franchises placed a bid for the spinner during the auction. Nevertheless, his presence in the draft indicated the growing interest in Bangladesh players across global leagues.
For Mustafizur Rahman, the Birmingham Phoenix contract represents a new milestone in his franchise career. His participation in The Hundred will give fans an opportunity to watch one of Bangladesh’s most experienced fast bowlers compete in England’s unique 100 ball competition.