Tamim Iqbal Khan – The Wonder Boy of Bangladesh Cricket

robin2855 · 27th June 2009, 09:12 AM

Never in the wildest dream did anybody in Bangladesh ever think that they will have a paceman who was capable of bowling at 90 miles.

No wonder Rubel with his Express speed immediately drew attention of everybody.

Millions of Bangladesh Cricket crazy fans at home and abroad are very exited about this amazing prospect.

Before making his debut he played for Bangladesh at the ICC U/19 World Cup in Malaysia in 2008 with an impressive record of six wickets at an average of 21.66 .

But his greatest moment came when he made a dream debut against Sri Lanka earlier this year where he took match-winning figures of 4 for 33 and helped Bangladesh to win the match.

Rubel’s 8 wickets in 5 Odis so far with an impressive average of 18.88.
does not reflect his true potential and talent. He is much much better then this figure.

He caught the attention of leading commentators in the recently concluded ICC World Twenty20 where he consistently bowled 90 miles an hour and troubled most batsmen. His variety also impressed all and sundry.

It was very heartening indeed to see King of Reverse Swing and one of the greatest bowlers of all time Wasim Akram heaping rich accolades to him during the ICC World Twenty20.

Under the able Coaching of Champaka he has progressed well.

His fine performance against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe earned him a spot in the West Indies bound Bangladesh cricket team.

He is still very young- only 19 years of age. At the rate he is going he is bound to become a force to reckon with in the days to come.

With Mash as the key bowler and Robin (a good swing bowler) Bangladesh
is well on its way to form a good opening trio that they have hitherto been starved or missing.

West Indies as we all know is used to pace attack. They have produced some of the greatest fast bowlers of all time: Hall and Griffith in the past followed by Roberts, Holdings, Croft, Garner, Marshall and then Ambrose, Walsh - the list goes on. Now with Rubel in the opposition side operating at 90miles they will have a taste of their own medicine.

So West Indies watch out and get ready for Rubel’s 90 mile thunderbolts.

Good Luck Rubel!

Amiya · 27th June 2009, 09:17 AM

Well tbh Pace is not the only matter which makes one's a better bowler. Can't say much about Rubel untill he playes 50-60 odd matches.

WestIndian · 27th June 2009, 09:38 AM

How many test matches you say this guy has played?? And yes thanks for the advice we will watch out, I hope you give the same advice to Bangladesh, because West Indies don't shy away from pace, not giving nor taking and we have a couple guys that can get it up there at 90. I guess time will tell how the new kid on the block can deliver the thunderbolts you speak of.

robin2855 · 27th June 2009, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by WestIndian

How many test matches you say this guy has played?? And yes thanks for the advice we will watch out, I hope you give the same advice to Bangladesh, because West Indies don't shy away from pace, not giving nor taking and we have a couple guys that can get it up there at 90. I guess time will tell how the new kid on the block can deliver the thunderbolts you speak of.

Rubel is still raw. But the way he is consistently bowling 90 miles augurs well for him.

No batsman likes facing 90 miles consistently. Rubel has variety as well.

Have you watched him at the World ICC Twenty20?

You might try to watch his Video clips on Utube.

It will be a learning experience for him in the West Indies.

But he is well taken care of by Bowling coach Champaka.

robin2855 added 8 Minutes and 23 Seconds later...

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Originally Posted by Amiya

Well tbh Pace is not the only matter which makes one's a better bowler. Can't say much about Rubel untill he playes 50-60 odd matches.

I agree with you that Pace is not the only criteria to judge a Paceman.

But this guy still 19 years and raw has in addtion to bowling at 90 KM bowl
can bowl a variety of balls.

As he gains more experience he will get better.

Commentators including Wasim Akram has heaped praises on him .

Wasim only praises when praise is due.

kersnort · 27th June 2009, 02:11 PM

ok, well rubel is a really average bowler, just cos he bowls quickly doesnt make him a good bowler. Plus, i would hardly say he has caught the attention of everyone.

Also, an average of 18.88 is class, so i dont no what your on about when u say that it doesnt reflech his true ability

robin2855 · 27th June 2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by kersnort

ok, well rubel is a really average bowler, just cos he bowls quickly doesnt make him a good bowler. Plus, i would hardly say he has caught the attention of everyone.

Also, an average of 18.88 is class, so i dont no what your on about when u say that it doesnt reflech his true ability

Did you watch live any of Bangladesh's matches either against India or Ireland?

It appears you haven't. He has consistently bowled 90 miles and troubled and hurried opposing batsmen. Delivering different balls at that speed is no mean achievement.

He has caught the attention of all leading commentators and won lavish praises and that includes Wasim Akram the Sultan of Swing and one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.

It appears you have not watched any of Bangladesh's matches either against India or Ireland leading you to conclude that he has not drawn attention of anybody.

I think you are confused about what bowling average means.

Let’s see how wikipedia defines bowling average.

A bowler's bowling average is defined as the total number of runs conceded by the bowler divided by the number of wickets taken by the bowler, so the lower the average the better.

For fast bowlers in Test cricket, most need to maintain an average of below about 35 to hold a place in the team. Bowlers who maintain an average of below about 25 over a long career are exceptional. The very best in the modern game have averages just over 20.

So Rubel just a starter in his Cricket career at the highest level has an impressive average of 18.88 in two series that he played :One against Sri lanka and other against Zimbabwe. Makes sense to you now.

kersnort · 27th June 2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by robin2855

Did you watch live any of Bangladesh's matches either against India or Ireland?

It appears you haven't. He has consistently bowled 90 miles and troubled and hurried opposing batsmen. Delivering different balls at that speed is no mean achievement.

He has caught the attention of all leading commentators and won lavish praises and that includes Wasim Akram the Sultan of Swing and one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.

It appears you have not watched any of Bangladesh's matches either against India or Ireland leading you to conclude that he has not drawn attention of anybody.

I think you are confused about what bowling average means.

Let’s see how wikipedia defines bowling average.

A bowler's bowling average is defined as the total number of runs conceded by the bowler divided by the number of wickets taken by the bowler, so the lower the average the better.

For fast bowlers in Test cricket, most need to maintain an average of below about 35 to hold a place in the team. Bowlers who maintain an average of below about 25 over a long career are exceptional. The very best in the modern game have averages just over 20.

So Rubel just a starter in his Cricket career at the highest level has an impressive average of 18.88 in two series that he played :One against Sri lanka and other against Zimbabwe. Makes sense to you now.

Don't patronise me you prick. I no exactly what a bowling average is. In your original post you said an average of 18.88 didnt reflect is true ability. BUT 18.88 IS A VERY GOOD BOWLING AVERAGE, SO YOU COMPLETELY CONTRADICTED YOURSELF, WHEN YOU SAID IT DOESNT REFLECT HIS TRUE ABILITY, YOU TOOL.

And anyway, what ive seen from Rubel Hossein, is indeed decent potential, and he does bowl with pace. Problem is, he sprays the ball around, and is very inaccurate.

*MacLovin* · 27th June 2009, 06:39 PM

stop jinxing the kid! let him be. people will see themselves how good he is when he proves himself. lets just wait till this series. hopefully he can prove himself

robin2855 · 27th June 2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by kersnort

Don't patronise me you prick. I no exactly what a bowling average is. In your original post you said an average of 18.88 didnt reflect is true ability. BUT 18.88 IS A VERY GOOD BOWLING AVERAGE, SO YOU COMPLETELY CONTRADICTED YOURSELF, WHEN YOU SAID IT DOESNT REFLECT HIS TRUE ABILITY, YOU TOOL.

And anyway, what ive seen from Rubel Hossein, is indeed decent potential, and he does bowl with pace. Problem is, he sprays the ball around, and is very inaccurate.

Watch your language please. Difference of opinion or miscommunication does not give you the license to make obscene remarks or swearing.

You are breaking forum rules. So better watch out next time or else I have to refer to mods/admin for their judgement. I have zero tolerance for personal attacks. Admin/Mods alre also unforgivng in this matter.

Your second paragraph looks better and it is good to see you have done some research .

kersnort · 27th June 2009, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by robin2855

Watch your language please. Difference of opinion or miscommunication does not give you the license to make obscene remarks or swearing.

You are breaking forum rules. So better watch out next time or else I have to refer to mods/admin for their judgement. I have zero tolerance for personal attacks. Admin/Mods alre also unforgivng in this matter.

Your second paragraph looks better and it is good to see you have done some research .

Sorry, i was just frustrated

WestIndian · 27th June 2009, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by robin2855

So Rubel just a starter in his Cricket career at the highest level has an impressive average of 18.88 in two series that he played :One against Sri lanka and other against Zimbabwe. Makes sense to you now.

Can you please tell me what version of the game he has played that makes him such a superstar??

kersnort · 27th June 2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by WestIndian

Can you please tell me what version of the game he has played that makes him such a superstar??

Exactly, he isnt a superstar, just because he is fast, robin thinks he must be good. His ODI stats are good, but he's only played a few games, which gives u no time to make a judgement. His 1st class and 20/20 stats are awful.

robin2855 · 27th June 2009, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by WestIndian

Can you please tell me what version of the game he has played that makes him such a superstar??

This is a one day series that Bangadesh played against Sri Lanka and Zimwabwe earlier this year.

To know more about him : Type Rubel Hossain in google.

It will link you to Rubel in Wikipedia and cricinfo player profile.

or

if you want to avoid Wikipedia. Just type Rubel Hossain in Search item in Cricinfo home page and you will be linked to Player profile of Rubel.

To know about his one day performances use the Status Guru of Cricinfo that wil tell everthing you want to know about Rubel as far as One day performances is concerned.

BTW he is not a superstar. Far from it. But the way he bowled on the onedayers and in the recently concluded ICC World Twenty20 augurs well for him and Bangaldesh.

I have replied to you in my visitor message. So check that.

Hope this helps.

Cheers!

*MacLovin* · 27th June 2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by kersnort

Exactly, he isnt a superstar, just because he is fast, robin thinks he must be good.

or may be b/c they have the same name

why cant i post in this thread? my previous 2 posts said "wait for mods permision" and it still hasnt showed up

Allrounder18 · 28th June 2009, 10:11 AM

BTW you should also look at Pak 17 year old express pacer name Muhammad Aamer who made Dilshan top scorer in T20 look like a mug against his short pitch stuff (ofcourse at 90mph) BTW Aamer was the 5th fastest bowler of the tournament with top speed of 92mph can you believe it a 17 year old kid (supported by wrist test so he is really 17) bowling a 92mph shocker?