What’s the latest on Mahmudul Hasan Joy
- Mahmudul Hasan Joy has been recalled to Bangladesh’s Test squad for the Ireland series starting in November 2025, after a period out of the side.
- His recall comes on the back of good form in domestic cricket: strong scores in the National Cricket League helped him rebuild his case.
- Previously, Joy made headlines when he became the first Bangladeshi batter to score a Test century in South Africa (137 runs) in early 2022.
Why this matters
- Joy is still young (born November 13 2000) and is considered one of Bangladesh’s future pillars in Test batting.
- His return to the squad signals that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is placing faith in him, despite previous dips in form (he had averaged only 14.92 in several recent Tests).
- With Bangladesh in a rebuilding phase in their Test setup, having a stable top-order batter like Joy in form could improve their consistency overseas and at home.
Mahmudul Hasan Joy journey so far
- Joy started his professional domestic career with Chittagong Division and played for various domestic teams.
- He burst onto the scene with the Bangladesh Under-19 team, then made his Test debut on December 4, 2021, against Pakistan.
- In 2022, he scored 137 in South Africa — a milestone for Bangladesh cricket. But in the 2024–25 period, his form dipped and he lost his place in the Test side.
- Recently he has performed well domestically, which earned the recall ahead of the Ireland Tests.
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Key things to watch
- Performance in the upcoming Ireland Tests (November 11-15 Sylhet, November 19-23 Dhaka) could define whether Joy cements his place.
- Conversion of starts into big scores: although he has shown capacity (the century in South Africa), his average has been inconsistent; key will be maintaining form.
- Adaptation to conditions: Bangladesh often need batters to perform in home and away conditions; Joy’s ability to adjust will matter.
- Role in team strategy: As Bangladesh restructures their top order, Joy may be counted on to provide stability, allowing others to bat around him.
FAQs on Mahmudul Hasan Joy
Q: How old is Mahmudul Hasan Joy?
A: Born the 13th of November 2000 — he is 24 years old as of this update.
Q: What’s his best Test score so far?
A: 137 against South Africa in early 2022 — the first Bangladeshi batter to do so in SA.
Q: Why was he dropped earlier?
A: He struggled with form — averaging around 14.92 over seven Tests after 2024 start, which led to his exclusion.
Q: What’s his chance now?
A: With his recent domestic form and recall to the squad, he has a good opportunity — but he must deliver in the upcoming series to solidify his place.
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