Full Name: Mohammad Sabbir Rahman Date of Birth: November 22, 1991 Birthplace: Rajshahi, Bangladesh Role: Right-Handed Middle-Order Batter | Occasional Leg-Spinner Wearing jersey number 4, Sabbir Rahman has long been one of Bangladesh’s most explosive and enigmatic cricketers. A natural stroke-maker, gifted athlete, and fierce competitor, Sabbir’s cricketing story is one of flair, fire, and flashes of brilliance that once promised to shape him into a long-term match-winner. Born in Rajshahi, Sabbir’s cricketing talents were evident from an early age. He was sharp, agile, and had a knack for playing fast bowling with ease—something rare among young Bangladeshi batters. He broke into the U-19 team and made headlines in the 2010 U-19 World Cup, showcasing fearless batting and aggressive intent that would go on to define his style. He earned his national call-up in 2014 during a T20I against Sri Lanka, and it didn’t take him long to make an impression. In the 2016 Asia Cup, Sabbir emerged as Bangladesh’s highest run-scorer and was adjudged Player of the Tournament. His aggressive yet composed 80 off 54 balls against Sri Lanka in that series remains one of his most iconic innings, played under immense pressure on a turning Mirpur pitch. Sabbir's batting—marked by powerful lofted drives, audacious sweeps, and inventive strokes—was tailor-made for white-ball cricket. At number 5 or 6, he could accelerate in the final overs or stabilize when early wickets fell. He was also an electric fielder and offered useful overs of leg-spin, giving Bangladesh a complete middle-order package. In ODIs and T20Is, Sabbir became a regular feature between 2015 and 2018. His fearless attitude won him admirers, and he played crucial roles in many victories—most notably against England and Afghanistan. His ability to take on pace bowlers and finish games made him a key asset in the middle order. However, Sabbir’s career trajectory took a dip due to off-field controversies and disciplinary issues. Incidents involving altercations with fans, on-field misconduct, and violations of team protocol led to multiple fines and suspensions. Despite his immense talent, these setbacks affected his consistency and spot in the national team. Yet, Sabbir never gave up. He continued to perform in domestic cricket and the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), where he’s been a standout performer with the bat. In 2017, he became the first Bangladeshi to score a century in T20Is at home, when he hit a scintillating 122 against Sri Lanka in Sylhet—a knock that highlighted his match-winning potential. Off the field, Sabbir has mellowed with time. He has expressed regret for past mistakes and has worked toward regaining trust through discipline and performances. His journey is now one of redemption—of a player once dubbed Bangladesh’s most naturally gifted stroke-maker trying to reclaim his place among the elite. With jersey number 4, Sabbir Rahman is a story of unrealized potential, hard lessons, and enduring fire. And even now, whenever he walks out to bat, fans hold their breath—because they know, if the real Sabbir shows up, fireworks are never far behind.