Mohammad Nabi is an experienced all-rounder from Afghanistan who always rises to the occasion. He’s been the backbone of Afghanistan’s growth in international cricket for over a decade, especially in big tournaments like the Asia Cup. He plays against Bangladesh, one of Afghanistan’s toughest opponents and he’s delivered with his bat and ball.
Nabi has made Afghanistan depend on him, whether he’s hitting a much needed ODI score or bowling a good T20 spell.
ODI Stats and Records Against Bangladesh (2014–2024)
| Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Overs | Wkts | Best | Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 403 | 84 | 26.86 | 92.00 | 0 | 1 | 157.0 | 19 | 3/44 | 33.47 | 4.05 |
Nabi has been reliable in ODIs against Bangladesh. He’s scored over 400 runs with a strike rate of 92, including a massive 84. He’s also bowled over 150 overs, keeping the run rate down to just 4.05, he’s a good option to control the game in the middle overs.
T20I Stats and Records Against Bangladesh (2014–2024)
| Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | Overs | Wkts | Best | Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 220 | 84* | 27.50 | 118.27 | 0 | 2 | 32.0 | 5 | 2/19 | 37.00 | 5.78 |
In T20Is Nabi can change gears quickly, shown by his strike rate of 118.27 and two fifties. He doesn’t always bowl all his overs but when he does he’s good at keeping the runs down and taking wickets.
Asia Cup Stats and Performances vs Bangladesh (2014, 2018, 2023)
Every game in the Asia Cup feels big, especially against a team like Bangladesh whom they play often. Nabi’s performance in the Asia Cups of 2014, 2018 and 2023 show how much experience he has and how well he can change his game.
Asia Cup Match stats and Records vs Bangladesh:
| Year | Format | Batting | Bowling | Notable Contributions | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ODI | 7 (15 balls) | 3/44 (9.4 overs) | A key 3-wicket haul in a win | Afghanistan won |
| 2018 | ODI | 10 (24 balls) | 1/24 (10 overs) | Bowled really tight | Afghanistan won |
| 2023 | ODI | 3 (6 balls) | 0/50 (10 overs) | Bowled all his overs well | Afghanistan lost |
In 2014 Nabi helped his team win by taking 3 wickets for 44 in nearly 10 overs. It was the first time Afghanistan had ever beaten a major Test-playing nation in an ODI, so it was a big day.
In 2018 he bowled really well, 1/24 in 10 overs, helped his team win again.
In 2023 he didn’t get any wickets but bowled all 10 overs, kept the team steady.
Nabi’s years of experience in the Asia Cup means he’s always ready for the big games, especially against Bangladesh. His skills and leadership makes him key to Afghanistan’s hopes in both ODI and T20 cricket.
