Who Is Mashrafe Mortaza? Age, Biography and Wiki
Mashrafe Mortaza, born on October 5, 1983, is a former Bangladeshi cricketer who has made an indelible mark on the sport and his country as a politician. As of 2025, he is 41 years old. Known as the "Narail Express," Mortaza has been a prominent figure in Bangladesh cricket, captaining the national team and leading them to numerous victories. Beyond his cricketing prowess, he serves as a Member of Parliament in Bangladesh, showcasing his commitment to serving his community.
| Occupation | Politician |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 5, 1983 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | N/A |
| Horoscope | Libra |
| Country |
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Mashrafe Mortaza's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing at an impressive height of 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm), Mashrafe possesses a commanding presence both on and off the field. His weight is approximately 90 kg (198 lbs), which complements his athletic physique. While exact body measurements are not publicly disclosed, his fitness regimen reflects his dedication to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Although primarily a bowler, Mashrafe is an aggressive batsman as demonstrated by his high Test match strike rate of 67.20. He holds Bangladeshi records for highest strike rate in Tests and ODIs, and for scoring the most runs in an ODI over (26 runs including 4 sixes).
Mashrafe's batting is characterised by a reluctance to get in line with the bowling and he prefers to take a step towards square leg to facilitate his powerful shots.
He has suffered a plethora of injuries, in his own words from 2007: "Left knee, three operations; right knee, one operation; back, stress fracture—it's better now but still gives some trouble—some shoulder problems; ankles, damaged ligaments twice".
Since then he has suffered further injury, and in total has undergone four surgeries on his left knee and three on his right, and three on his ankles.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Mashrafe Mortaza is married to his long-time partner, Sumaiya Saha. The couple tied the knot in 2006 and has two children together: a son named Sahil and a daughter named Risha. Mortaza often shares glimpses of his family life on social media, showcasing the support and love that fuels his journey as both a sportsman and a politician.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Mashrafe Mortaza's estimated net worth is around $10 million. His earnings stem from various sources, including his cricket career, endorsements, and political endeavors. Mortaza has been associated with several major brands, contributing significantly to his wealth. Additionally, his political career has opened avenues for further financial stability.
In July 2009, Bangladesh toured the West Indies. Mashrafe's captaincy was off to a winning start in his first Test in charge when Bangladesh beat the West Indies.
However, he injured his knee and was unable to take to the field on the final day, leaving Shakib Al Hasan to assume the captaincy and lead the team to a historic win; it was their first against the West Indies, their first overseas Test victory, and only their second Test win.
This was achieved against a very inexperienced West Indies side as a result of a dispute between the West Indies Cricket Board and the West Indies Players' Association over pay. The first XI had made themselves unavailable for selection and a new squad had to be chosen.
Seven West Indies players made their Test debut in the match and the side was captained by Floyd Reifer who had played the last of his four Tests ten years earlier.
Career, Business and Investments
Mashrafe's cricketing career began in 2001, and he has since played in numerous Test, ODI, and T20 matches for Bangladesh. After retiring from international cricket, he transitioned into coaching and mentoring young cricketers. Moreover, he has invested in several businesses, including sports management and local enterprises, focusing on uplifting his community. His philanthropic efforts also include initiatives aimed at education and healthcare in rural areas of Bangladesh.
He started this test debut against Zimbabwe in 2001. He impressed Andy Roberts, who was then coaching Bangladesh and was drafted into the Test side - in his debut first-class game. In 2006, Mashrafe was the world's highest wicket-taker in ODIs, collecting 49 wickets in total.
He was the Man-of-the-match in the match against India in the 2007 Cricket World Cup. He took four wickets that game and knocked out India from the group stage. Mashrafe was picked up by the Kolkata Knight Riders for $600,000 in IPL 2009.
Mashrafe debuted as a captain after the 2009 T20 World Cup, where he captained Bangladesh against West Indies and Zimbabwe and won both them but it led him to an ankle injury and forced him to hand over the captaincy duties to Shakib Al Hasan later. He suffered a tear in his knee ligament after that.
This forced him to miss the 2011 Cricket World Cup. After overcoming his injuries, Mashrafe took his position back in the squad after 4 years and captained Bangladesh to the 2015 Cricket World Cup, where they were able to reach the quarterfinals for the first time.
After getting knocked out by India at the quarterfinals in the World Cup, Mashrafe led his team back to back ODI series wins against Pakistan (3–0), India (2–1) and then world cup runners-up New Zealand (3–2) at home for the first time in their cricket history. It eventually made them a dominant ODI team in their home grounds.
These results sealed a place for Bangladesh in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy for the first time, where they finished off as semifinalists. His captaincy led Bangladesh Team to become the runners-up of the Asia Cup for two consecutive years (2016, 2018) but lost to India in both.
Throughout his career, Mashrafe has played a pivotal role in Bangladesh's rise as a competitive cricketing nation.
Social Network
Mashrafe Mortaza is highly active on social media platforms, where he has a robust fan following. As of 2025, he has millions of followers on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. His posts often highlight his family life, cricketing memories, philanthropic activities, and political insights, keeping his audience engaged and inspired.
Education
Mashrafe attended Narail Government High School and later pursued a degree in business from the University of Dhaka. His educational background has contributed to his understanding of sports management and political strategies, allowing him to excel in his post-cricket career.
While he has represented Bangladesh 36 times in Tests and in 100 ODIs between 2001 and 2005 he played only 11 first-class and 9 list A matches for Khulna Division in the same period.
