Mustafizur Rahman Biography: Age, Height, Stats, Net Worth, Family

Who is Mustafizur Rahman?

Mustafizur Rahman is a Bangladeshi cricketer who represents Bangladesh in international cricket and was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League 2026.

He is a left-hand batsman and left-arm fast-medium bowler known for masterful use of slower cutters and variations in pace.

Mustafizur Rahman is widely recognized as excellent death bowler who earned nickname “Fizz” and “Cutter Master” after sensational debut performances against India in 2015.

Early Life and Background

He was Born on September 6, 1995, in Satkhira, Bangladesh, his birth place is Tetulia village. His hometown is Satkhira, Bangladesh.

Mustafizur’s background involved supportive middle-class environment from Satkhira region.

His Father Abul Qasem Gazi, who was farmer till 2000 then did prawn cultivation till 2004, and Mahmuda Khatun, mother who is homemaker.

His brother details include Moklesur Rahman, Mahfuzar Rahman, and Zakir Hossain. He has 2 sisters. Guardians from Satkhira which state or country is Bangladesh.

Regarding his relationships, he married maternal cousin Samia Parvin on March 22, 2019. His gf before marriage was Samia who is psychology student at Dhaka University.

There’s wife Samia Parvin with whom he shares married life since 2019. Cast is Muslim, and house is in Satkhira with family.

Mustafizur Rahman Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Mohammad Mustafizur Rahman
Occupation	Bowler
Place	Satkhira, Bangladesh
Hometown	Satkhira, Bangladesh
Date of Birth (Birthday)	September 6, 1995
Age	30 years
Height	5 feet 11 inches (180 cm)
Weight	67 Kgs.
Father	Abul Qasem Gazi
Mother	Mahmuda Khatun
Brother	Moklesur Rahman, Mahfuzar Rahman, Zakir Hossain
Sisters	2
Cast	Muslim
Wife	Samia Parvin
Gf	Samia Parvin (before marriage)
House	Satkhira, Bangladesh
IPL Team	Kolkata Knight Riders (released)
IPL Price 2026	₹9.20 crore
Net Worth	Estimated ₹10-12 crore

Professional Cricket Career

Mustafizur’s career start came through BCB’s pace foundation in 2012 after impressing in Under-17 tournament training under coaches Altaf and Sheikh Salahuddin.

Debut came on April 24, 2015, for T20I against Pakistan at Mirpur where he showcased death bowling skills with cutters.

Rose to prominence during debut ODI series against India taking 13 wkts including 5-wicket hauls in first two matches.

Recent news includes his acquisition by Kolkata Knight Riders for Mustafizur Rahman 2026 season at ₹9.20 crore before BCCI directed release.

Made astonishing international debut taking 5 wkts for 22 runs on ODI debut against India becoming second Bangladeshi achieving this feat.

Played for multiple franchise teams including Comilla Victorians, Rangpur Rangers across Bangladesh Premier League seasons consistently.

Test career includes 15 matches with 31 wkts at average of 36.74 with best bowling of 4/37 in longer format.

Indian Premier League Career

His ipl journey began in 2016 when Sunrisers Hyderabad signed him for ₹1.4 crore helping team win championship title.

Played for Mumbai Indians in 2018 earning ₹2.2 crore showcasing lethal yorkers and slower cutters across powerplay and death overs.

Represented Rajasthan Royals in 2021 and Delhi Capitals from 2022-2024 establishing reputation as reliable death-over specialist.

For Indian Premier League 2026, bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹9.20 crore but released following BCCI directive regarding Bangladeshi players.

His ipl price reflects proven death-over abilities with total earnings of ₹21.20 crore across career. Mustafizur Rahman wickets in ipl 2025 total 4 from 3 matches.

Won IPL’s Emerging Player of Year Award in 2016 becoming first foreign cricketer receiving this recognition.

Mustafizur Rahman Stats

Domestic & International Stats

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Tests	15	22	7	66	16	4.40	162	40.74	0	0	3	5	1	0
ODIs	116	59	36	172	20	7.47	347	49.56	0	0	18	1	19	0
T20Is	126	37	17	112	15	5.60	144	77.77	0	0	6	5	29	0
T20s	322	89	52	227	21*	6.13	308	73.70	0	0	13	11	66	0

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR
Tests	15	25	2145	1139	31	4/37	5/66	36.74	3.18	69.1
ODIs	116	114	5549	4782	177	6/43	6/43	27.01	5.17	31.3
T20Is	126	125	2730	3313	158	6/10	6/10	20.96	7.28	17.2
T20s	322	320	7005	8666	412	6/10	6/10	21.03	7.42	17.0

IPL Stats

Batting & Fielding

Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
60	8	7	13	8*	13.00	24	54.17	0	0	0	1	7	0

Bowling

Mat	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR
60	1364	1849	65	4/29	28.44	8.13	20.9

His career stats showcase experienced fast bowler. Career Statics demonstrate abilities as deceptive death-over specialist with economical spells.

Records and Achievements

Mustafizur Rahman multiple achievement include:

• Second Bangladeshi taking 5-wicket haul on ODI debut
• First Bangladeshi in ICC ODI Team of Year (2015, 2018, 2021)
• Fastest Bangladeshi to 50 ODI wkts (27 matches) and 100 wkts (54 matches)
• First foreign cricketer winning IPL’s Emerging Player Award (2016)
• Highest wickets in T20Is with 158 from 126 matches
• Test Wickets total of 31 from 15 matches
• ODI Wickets of 177 from 116 matches
• T20 Wickets of 412 across 322 matches
• No hattrick yet but consistent wicket-taking record
• Jersey number #90 for Bangladesh and IPL teams
• Named in 2021 ICC T20I Team of Year

These records demonstrate his journey from village cricket to international stardom.

Playing Style

Mustafizur Rahman is 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) with athletic build. As bowler, delivers left-arm fast-medium with Bowling Speed or Fastest Ball around 130-140 kmph relying on cutters.

Can bowl lethal yorkers and slower deliveries at death making him effective in final overs. Deceptive off-cutters delivered like spinner but carrying to wicketkeeper.

Useful lower-order batsman capable of contributing quick runs when team needs partnerships building innings sensibly.

Mustafizur Rahman Net Worth

Net worth is estimated at ₹10-12 crore (2026). Income sources include:

• Indian Premier League salary: ₹9.20 crore from KKR (2026, released)
• Total ipl earnings: ₹21.20 crore across career
• Bangladesh international cricket earnings
• Match fees from ODI, T20I, and Test series
• Bangladesh Premier League contracts
• Brand endorsements including Coca-Cola Bangladesh

The net worth reflects successful career with IPL contracts significantly boosting financial position as premier cutter master.

Family, Personal Life & Relationship

Father Abul Qasem Gazi from Satkhira was farmer who later did prawn cultivation supporting his cricket dreams despite wanting him become doctor.

Mother Mahmuda Khatun is homemaker offering emotional support throughout journey enabling focus on cricket career from village beginnings.

Brother Moklesur Rahman supported him immensely taking him to matches and encouraging cricket pursuit over studies consistently.

Trained under coaches Altaf, Sheikh Salahuddin, and Muffasin Islam Tapu who helped develop unique cutter bowling variations.

Follows religion Islam with mother tongue being Bangla from Bangladesh without knowing other languages fluently.

Married Samia Parvin on March 22, 2019, who is maternal cousin and psychology student at Dhaka University.

Hobbies include fishing, traveling, and adventure activities like Kart Racing during breaks from cricket commitments.

Interesting fact: Used to eat with left hand during childhood before mother corrected habit, now eats right-handed only.

Team India Prospects

Continues representing Bangladesh across formats. Dates Joined progression: Khulna Division (2014), Bangladesh Under-19 (2014), Bangladesh senior (2015).

Strong T20 International performances with 158 wkts at average of 20.96 position him well for future opportunities.

Recent controversy includes collision with MS Dhoni during 2015 debut where both were fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct.

Social Media Profile

Platform	Handle
Instagram	@mustafizur_90
X (Twitter)	@Mustafiz90
Facebook	Mustafizur Rahman

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