Veteran Bangladeshi cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim etched his name into the sport’s history books on Thursday by scoring a brilliant 106 in his 100th Test match against Ireland at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur.
Rahim, who turned 38 this year, resumed the innings on 99 after being stranded overnight, and calmly nudged a single off Jordan Neill early on the second morning to bring up his ton. The knock was painstakingly paced: he faced 214 deliveries and struck five boundaries.
His achievement is even more impressive given its rarity — Rahim became only the 11th batman in Test cricket history to score a century in his 100th Test. He joins cricketing greats like Ricky Ponting, Joe Root, and David Warner in this elite group.
For Bangladesh, this is a historic moment: Rahim is the first player from his country to play 100 Test matches. In front of a raucous home crowd, he celebrated passionately — removing his helmet, raising his arms to the sky, and even prostrating in a moment of deep emotion.
Before this game, Bangladesh’s board held a special ceremony honoring Rahim. He was presented with a commemorative cap and crest, and received a guard of honour, marking his long and storied contribution to the team.
His innings not only steadied Bangladesh after early setbacks, but also reinforced his position as one of the pillars of his side — a player with both longevity and talent. As the match continues, Rahim’s century stands as a defining moment for his legacy.
