# Mosaddek Hossain Rejoins National Cricket Team After Four-Year Absence

*Mosaddek Hossain has been recalled to the national team after a four-year absence for the upcoming Australia series.*

June 13, 2026 · Sports

## At a glance

- Mosaddek Hossain returns to national team after four years.
- Selected for the upcoming Australia ODI series.
- Miraz and Mosaddek have played together in 27 ODIs.

Mosaddek Hossain has been recalled to the national cricket team after a four-year absence. Selected for the upcoming Australia series, Mosaddek's return marks a significant moment, especially given past comments from former chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain, who had suggested Mosaddek would not return while Mehidy Hasan Miraz was in the team. However, current captain Miraz has expressed no concerns about their coexistence in the team.

Mosaddek and Miraz, both right-handed batsmen and off-spinners, have played together in 27 ODIs. Miraz highlighted the difference in their roles, describing Mosaddek as a batting all-rounder and himself as a bowling all-rounder. Miraz believes Mosaddek's performance will be a significant help to the team.

Mosaddek's strong performance in the ongoing Premier League, where he scored 336 runs at an average of 67.33 and a strike rate of 133.33, along with 12 wickets, has earned him this recall. Miraz is optimistic about Mosaddek's contribution, noting his consistent performance in domestic cricket.

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Source: https://pulsetoday.com.bd/en/sports/mosaddek-hossain-returns-national-team-after-four-years