Mohammad Naim Sheikh is a Bangladeshi left-handed opening batter who has built his reputation through consistent domestic performances and opportunities in international cricket. Born on 22 August 1999, Naim progressed through Bangladesh’s age-group system before establishing himself in the Dhaka Premier League and earning his senior international debut in 2019. His career includes appearances in all three international formats, several Bangladesh Premier League franchises and two particularly productive domestic campaigns. His 807 runs in the 2018–19 Dhaka Premier League and 511 runs for Khulna Tigers in BPL 2025 are among the defining achievements of his career so far. ICC+2
Mohammad Naim Career Stats
| Format | Career | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Bat Avg | 50s | 100s | Wickets | BBI | Bowl Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TESTCareer source | 2021– | 1 | 2 | 24 | 24 | 12.00 | — | — | — | - | — |
| ODIReconciled source snapshot | 2020–2023 | 8 | 7 | 95 | 28 | 13.57 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| T20ISource snapshot + later recorded matches | 2019–2025 | 38 | — | 860 | 81 | — | 4 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| T20Recorded matches only | 2019–2026 | 76 | 74 | 1,781 | 111 | 26.58 | 9 | 1 | 0 | — | — |
This compact table is rendered directly from the shared per-format source selection; recorded-only rows are explicitly labelled. Detailed opponent, venue, year and dismissal analysis remains on the full stats page.
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Mohammad Naim Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Mohammad Naim Sheikh |
| Known as | Mohammad Naim / Naim Sheikh |
| Date of birth | 22 August 1999 |
| Age | 27 years (November 2026) |
| Birthplace | Faridpur, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Profession | International cricketer |
| Playing role | Opening batter |
| Batting style | Left-handed |
| Bowling style | Left-arm medium, listed in some profiles |
| International team | Bangladesh |
| First international appearance | 3 November 2019 |
| Test debut | 9 January 2022 |
| ODI debut | 6 March 2020 |
| T20I debut | 3 November 2019 |
| Major domestic achievement | 807 runs in DPL 2018–19 |
| Major BPL achievement | 511 runs in BPL 2025 |
| BPL 2025 team | Khulna Tigers |
| BPL 2026 signing | Chattogram Royals |
| BPL auction price | Tk 1.10 crore |
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Mohammad Naim’s Childhood, Birthplace and Early Cricket Development
Mohammad Naim Sheikh was born on 22 August 1999 in Bangladesh. His early cricket development is closely connected with Faridpur, where he began playing local cricket before progressing into district and divisional competitions.
His development was not a conventional school-to-academy progression. A 2018 interview with Bangla Tribune described how his interest in cricket became so strong that he struggled academically. After not passing his Secondary School Certificate examination, he joined the Faridpur Junior Cricket Coaching Club.
That decision became an important turning point. Instead of leaving cricket as a recreational activity, Naim began pursuing it more seriously through organised coaching and competitive matches. banglatribune.com+1
His Progress Through Faridpur and Dhaka Cricket
Before entering Bangladesh’s national age-group pathway, Naim impressed in local competitions.
His early development included:
- Playing cricket in the streets and local areas of Faridpur.
- Joining Faridpur Junior Cricket Coaching Club.
- Becoming a leading run-scorer for Faridpur district.
- Representing Dhaka Division and finishing as its leading run-scorer.
- Winning recognition in the 2016 Challenge Cup.
- Progressing into Bangladesh’s Under-19 setup.
The 2018 Bangla Tribune interview specifically identified his performances for Faridpur and Dhaka Division as important steps towards national youth selection. banglatribune.com
Mohammad Naim’s Family: Father, Mother and Personal Background
Naim’s family supported his decision to concentrate on cricket despite the difficulties he experienced in his education.
A January 2018 Bangla Tribune profile identifies his parents:
| Family member | Name |
|---|---|
| Father | Abdul Aziz Sheikh |
| Mother | Aleya Begum |
The report describes how his parents initially had concerns about his academic difficulties but eventually accepted his commitment to cricket.
It is an important part of his early story because his sporting ambitions required a change in priorities at home. His parents’ acceptance allowed him to concentrate more seriously on developing as a cricketer. banglatribune.com+1
Reliable public information about his siblings, marital status, children or a spouse has not been established sufficiently to publish those details as facts.
Mohammad Naim’s Education, Cricket Coaching and Mentors
Naim’s educational history is closely associated with his early commitment to cricket. The 2018 Bangla Tribune profile reports that he did not pass his SSC examination before joining the Faridpur Junior Cricket Coaching Club.
The available reporting establishes the following:
- Education: SSC examination difficulty was discussed in his 2018 profile.
- Cricket institution: Faridpur Junior Cricket Coaching Club.
- Early cricket base: Faridpur district.
- Development pathway: Faridpur district cricket to Dhaka Division and Bangladesh Under-19 cricket.
Naim also spoke about technical development during his youth career. Ahead of the 2018 Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand, he explained that the coaching staff had worked on his back-foot batting because he had previously found that area challenging.
This is a useful indication of how his development involved more than scoring runs: he was also working on technical weaknesses before competing at international youth level. banglatribune.com
Mohammad Naim’s Under-19 Career and 2018 World Cup
Naim’s performances at district and divisional level helped him enter Bangladesh’s Under-19 setup. His selection for the 2018 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in New Zealand was an important early international opportunity.
Bangladesh’s squad was captained by Saif Hassan and included Naim alongside players such as Afif Hossain, Towhid Hridoy, Pinak Ghosh and Nayeem Hasan. ICC
The 60 Against Namibia
One of Naim’s notable performances in the competition came against Namibia Under-19 on 13 January 2018.
Under-19 World Cup — Match snapshot
60 off 43
13 January 2018 · Lincoln, New Zealand
| Match detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Competition | ICC Under-19 World Cup |
| Opposition | Namibia Under-19 |
| Naim’s score | 60 |
| Balls faced | 43 |
| Fours | 4 |
| Sixes | 1 |
| Bangladesh total | 341/8 |
| Result | Bangladesh won by 87 runs |
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Naim’s innings came at the top of the order and helped Bangladesh establish a strong total. Saif Hassan also scored 84, and Bangladesh completed a convincing victory.
The performance demonstrated that Naim could transfer his domestic batting form to an international youth tournament.
Mohammad Naim’s Domestic Cricket Career
Domestic cricket has been the foundation of Naim’s professional career. His early List A performances, particularly in the Dhaka Premier League, helped him move rapidly from youth cricket into the Bangladesh A setup and eventually the senior national team.
List A Debut and Legends of Rupganj
Naim made his List A debut for Legends of Rupganj in the 2017–18 Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League.
His first season produced 556 runs, according to the 2019 Roar Media interview and profile. That performance earned him another opportunity with Rupganj. archive.roar.media
The following season was even more productive.
The 807-Run Breakthrough in the 2018–19 Dhaka Premier League
The 2018–19 Dhaka Premier League became a major turning point in Naim’s career. He scored 807 runs in 16 matches for Legends of Rupganj and finished second on the overall run-scoring list behind Saif Hassan, who made 814.
| Statistic | Performance |
|---|---|
| Team | Legends of Rupganj |
| Matches | 16 |
| Runs | 807 |
| Batting average | 53.80 |
| Strike rate | 94.38 |
| Centuries | 3 |
| Half-centuries | 5 |
| Highest score | 136 |
| Overall run-scoring position | Second |
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Naim’s final two matches of the competition were particularly significant because he scored centuries in both.
In his 2019 Roar Media interview, he explained that his previous season had exposed a weakness in his ability to convert starts into major scores. He had repeatedly reached 30, 40 and even 80-plus before losing his wicket.
He identified patience as the main area requiring improvement. Rather than playing unnecessary attacking shots after reaching 80, he worked on maintaining concentration and building longer innings.
That adjustment helped him produce three centuries in the following season. It also demonstrated his ability to identify weaknesses and improve through experience. archive.roar.media
Bangladesh A and Senior Selection
His performances in domestic cricket attracted the attention of national selectors.
In August 2019, he was included in Bangladesh’s training camp ahead of the 2019–20 season. His strong List A performances also helped him earn a place in Bangladesh A and eventually the senior T20I setup. ICC+1
Other Domestic Teams
Naim represented several domestic sides during his career.
| Team | Competition / association |
|---|---|
| Legends of Rupganj | List A and domestic T20 |
| Dhaka Metropolis | First-Class and T20 |
| Abahani Limited | List A and T20 |
| Prime Bank Cricket Club | List A |
| Mohammedan Sporting Club | List A |
| Bangladesh A | Representative cricket |
| Bangladesh Cricket Board XI | Representative cricket |
| Dhaka Division | National Cricket League |
| Mymensingh Division | National Cricket League |
His domestic career has included both four-day and limited-overs cricket, although his strongest statistical results have generally come in List A competitions. cricketarchive.com+2
Mohammad Naim’s International Cricket Career
Naim’s domestic consistency earned him an opportunity in the Bangladesh senior team in 2019. He subsequently represented Bangladesh in T20Is, ODIs and Test cricket.
His international career has included a memorable T20I performance against India, a major innings in the 2021 T20 World Cup and a much shorter Test career.
T20I Debut Against India
Naim made his T20 International debut against India on 3 November 2019 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
He scored 26 runs in his first T20I, beginning an international career in a format that suited his attacking approach.
His breakthrough came during the same tour.
The 81 Against India in Nagpur
On 10 November 2019, Naim scored 81 runs from 48 deliveries in the third T20I against India.
Defining international performance
81 (48)
3rd T20I · Nagpur · 10 November 2019
| Detail | Performance |
|---|---|
| Opposition | India |
| Runs | 81 |
| Balls | 48 |
| Fours | 10 |
| Sixes | 2 |
| Strike rate | 168.75 |
| Dismissal | Bowled by Shivam Dube |
| Bangladesh total | 144 all out |
| Result | India won by 30 runs |
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Bangladesh had lost early wickets, but Naim continued attacking India’s bowling. His partnership with Mohammad Mithun was particularly important, adding 98 runs for the third wicket.
Mithun contributed 27 from 29 balls while Naim supplied the scoring acceleration. Naim eventually fell to Shivam Dube in the 16th over.
Although Bangladesh lost the match, the innings established Naim as a batter capable of scoring quickly against a major international attack. It remains his highest T20I score.
Mohammad Naim’s ODI Career
Naim made his One Day International debut against Zimbabwe on 6 March 2020 at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
He was part of Bangladesh’s ODI setup during the following years, although opportunities were less frequent than in T20 cricket.
His ODI career includes:
- ODI debut: 6 March 2020.
- Opposition: Zimbabwe.
- Matches: 9.
- Runs: 102.
- Highest score: 28.
- Batting average: 12.75.
- Last recorded ODI: Afghanistan, 14 October 2025.
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See Mohammad Naim's complete ODI statsMohammad Naim’s Test Career
Naim received his Test opportunity against New Zealand in January 2022.
He made his Test debut on 9 January 2022 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The match was part of the ICC World Test Championship.
His only Test appearance produced 24 runs across two innings. He scored 0 in the first innings and 24 in the second, facing 103 deliveries for his second-innings score.
| Test statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 1 |
| Innings | 2 |
| Runs | 24 |
| Highest score | 24 |
| Average | 12.00 |
| Fifties | 0 |
| Hundreds | 0 |
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The New Zealand match remains his only Test appearance in the available career records.
Explore Mohammad Naim's complete Test statsMohammad Naim’s T20I Career and International Statistics
T20 cricket has provided Naim with more opportunities than the other international formats. His aggressive opening approach and ability to score boundaries have made him a useful option in Bangladesh’s shorter-format batting combinations.
The following figures reflect the career summary published by Cricbuzz and checked against available profile data.
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highest | Average | Strike rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 1 | 24 | 24 | 12.00 | 23.31 |
| ODI | 9 | 102 | 28 | 12.75 | 56.36 |
| T20I | 38 | 860 | 81 | 23.89 | 102.26 |
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Explore the complete cricket player statistics databaseMohammad Naim at the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup
The 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup was an important tournament in Naim’s international career.
He represented Bangladesh during the competition in the United Arab Emirates and Oman, appearing in both the first-round stage and the Super 12s.
His Two Half-Centuries
Naim scored a half-century against Oman during the opening round. He followed it with another important innings against Sri Lanka in Bangladesh’s first Super 12 match.
On 24 October 2021, Bangladesh faced Sri Lanka at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
Naim scored 62 from 52 balls, hitting six fours. He shared a 40-run opening partnership with Litton Das and later added 73 runs with Mushfiqur Rahim for the third wicket. PCB+1
T20 World Cup 2021 — Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
62 (52)
24 October 2021 · Sharjah Cricket Stadium
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup |
| Opposition | Sri Lanka |
| Naim’s score | 62 |
| Balls faced | 52 |
| Fours | 6 |
| Sixes | 0 |
| Mushfiqur partnership | 73 runs |
| Bangladesh total | 171/4 |
| Sri Lanka total | 172/5 |
| Result | Sri Lanka won by 5 wickets |
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Bangladesh had a competitive total, but Sri Lanka completed the chase through an 86-run partnership between Charith Asalanka and Bhanuka Rajapaksa.
Naim’s innings nevertheless represented one of his important World Cup contributions.
His two tournament fifties against Oman and Sri Lanka demonstrated his ability to provide starts and build substantial innings at international level. unb.com.bd+1
Mohammad Naim’s Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) Career
The Bangladesh Premier League has been an important part of Naim’s professional career. He has represented multiple franchises, experiencing both difficult seasons and highly successful campaigns.
His most significant BPL achievement came with Khulna Tigers in 2025, when he finished the competition as its leading run-scorer.
Dhaka Dynamites: First BPL Opportunity
Naim was selected by Dhaka Dynamites for the 2018–19 Bangladesh Premier League following the players’ draft.
He made his T20 debut for the franchise on 12 January 2019. His first BPL season was relatively modest, with 62 runs in five matches and a highest score of 25 not out. en.wikipedia.org+1
Rangpur Rangers: Improved BPL Performance
Naim joined Rangpur Rangers for the 2019–20 BPL season.
He scored 359 runs in the tournament, averaging 32.63 and recording two half-centuries. This was a considerable improvement on his first BPL campaign. en.wikipedia.org
Minister Group Dhaka: A Difficult Season
Naim represented Minister Group Dhaka in the 2021–22 BPL.
The campaign was difficult from an individual batting perspective. He scored 50 runs in seven innings, averaging 8.33. en.wikipedia.org
Rangpur Riders: BPL 2022–23
He returned to the Rangpur franchise for the 2022–23 competition.
Naim scored 217 runs at an average of 16.69, with a highest score of 45. The campaign did not match his earlier success with Rangpur Rangers. en.wikipedia.org
Durdanto Dhaka: BPL 2024
Naim played for Durdanto Dhaka during the 2024 Bangladesh Premier League.
He scored 310 runs in 12 innings at an average of 25.83 and registered two half-centuries. This campaign provided another opportunity to establish himself as a dependable domestic T20 batter. en.wikipedia.org
Khulna Tigers: His Record-Breaking BPL 2025 Season
The 2025 Bangladesh Premier League was the most successful BPL season of Naim’s career.
Playing for Khulna Tigers, he scored 511 runs in 14 matches and finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer.
His performance was particularly impressive because he improved his scoring rate considerably compared with his earlier BPL seasons.
BPL 2025 — Mohammad Naim’s tournament record
511
Runs scored
42.58
Batting average
143.94
Strike rate
111*
Highest score
| Other achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 14 |
| Innings | 14 |
| Fours | 46 |
| Sixes | 30 |
| Centuries | 1 |
| Half-centuries | 3 |
| Tournament position | Highest run-scorer |
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The Unbeaten 111 Against Rangpur Riders
On 30 January 2025, Khulna Tigers faced Rangpur Riders in a crucial league-stage match at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.
Naim produced his maiden BPL century, finishing unbeaten on 111 from 62 deliveries.
Match snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Bangladesh Premier League 2025 |
| Date | 30 January 2025 |
| Team | Khulna Tigers |
| Opposition | Rangpur Riders |
| Score | 111 not out |
| Balls | 62 |
| Fours | 7 |
| Sixes | 8 |
| Strike rate | 179.03 |
| Khulna total | 220/4 |
| Rangpur total | 174/9 |
| Result | Khulna won by 46 runs |
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Naim began the innings alongside Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who scored 21 from 12 deliveries. After Miraz’s dismissal, Naim continued scoring with support from Alex Ross and William Bosisto.
He reached his half-century from 33 deliveries and accelerated further in the second half of the innings. His century came from 55 balls, and he remained unbeaten until the end.
The innings helped Khulna post 220/4. Rangpur could manage only 174/9, giving Khulna a 46-run victory.
It was one of the most important performances of Naim’s franchise career and a defining moment in his 2025 season. tbsnews.net+1
Finishing as BPL 2025’s Leading Run-Scorer
Naim’s 511 runs placed him ahead of Tanzid Hasan, who scored 485, in the tournament’s final run-scoring standings.
He became the third batter to score at least 500 runs in a single BPL edition, following the earlier achievements of Riley Rossouw and Najmul Hossain Shanto. Shanto’s 516 in 2023 remained above Naim’s total, while Rossouw’s 558 in 2019 was also higher. myKhel+1
The season also earned Naim recognition in contemporary coverage of the competition’s best players.
He was subsequently rewarded with a major franchise contract for the following BPL campaign.
Chattogram Royals: The Tk 1.10 Crore Contract
On 1 December 2025, Naim became the highest-paid local player at the BPL auction.
Chattogram Royals secured his services for Tk 1.10 crore after competing with Sylhet Titans, Rangpur Riders and Noakhali Express.
His base price was Tk 50 lakh, making the final amount more than double his starting price.
BPL auction details
৳1.10 crore
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- Base price: Tk 50 lakh
- Franchise: Chattogram Royals
- Auction category: A
- Competing franchises: Sylhet Titans, Rangpur Riders and Noakhali Express
- Previous BPL achievement: 511 runs for Khulna Tigersdhakatribune.com+1
The auction was particularly significant because Naim’s performances in the previous BPL season had strengthened his value in the domestic T20 market.
His selection also gave Chattogram Royals an experienced Bangladeshi opening option for their squad.
The official BPL team listing identifies Mohammad Naim Sheikh as a batter in the Chattogram Royals squad. bplt20.com.bd
Mohammad Naim’s Career Timeline
The following timeline brings together his major youth, domestic, international and franchise milestones.
| Year | Team / Competition | Major development |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Challenge Cup | Recognised as the tournament’s best batter |
| 2017–18 | Legends of Rupganj | List A debut and 556 runs in his first DPL season |
| 2018 | Bangladesh Under-19 | Played in the Under-19 World Cup |
| 2018–19 | Legends of Rupganj | Scored 807 DPL runs |
| 2018 | Dhaka Metropolis | First-Class debut |
| 2019 | Bangladesh A | Progressed into representative senior cricket |
| 2019 | Dhaka Dynamites | BPL/T20 debut |
| 2019 | Bangladesh | T20I debut against India |
| 2019–20 | Rangpur Rangers | Scored 359 BPL runs |
| 2020 | Bangladesh | ODI debut against Zimbabwe |
| 2021 | Bangladesh | Two half-centuries in the T20 World Cup |
| 2022 | Bangladesh | Test debut against New Zealand |
| 2022–23 | Rangpur Riders | Returned to the BPL franchise |
| 2024 | Durdanto Dhaka | Scored 310 BPL runs |
| 2025 | Khulna Tigers | Finished BPL’s leading run-scorer with 511 |
| 2025 | Bangladesh | Last recorded ODI against Afghanistan |
| 2025–26 | Chattogram Royals | Signed for Tk 1.10 crore |
| 2026 | Domestic cricket | Scored 471 runs in DPL 2026 |
| October 2026 | Dhaka Division | Scored a career-best 282 in the NCL |
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Mohammad Naim’s Records and Major Achievements
Naim’s career contains several important domestic and international milestones.
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| DPL 2018–19 | 807 runs in 16 matches |
| DPL 2018–19 position | Second-highest run-scorer |
| Under-19 World Cup 2018 | 60 against Namibia |
| T20I highest score | 81 against India |
| T20 World Cup 2021 | Two half-centuries |
| BPL 2025 | 511 runs |
| BPL 2025 position | Tournament’s leading run-scorer |
| BPL 2025 highest score | 111 not out |
| First-Class career best | 282 against Rajshahi Division |
| DPL 2026 | 471 runs in 11 matches |
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His 282 in the National Cricket League in October 2026
One of Naim’s most recent major achievements came on 25 October 2026 in Bangladesh’s National Cricket League.
Representing Dhaka Division against Rajshahi Division at Rajshahi Divisional Stadium, Naim scored 282 runs from 369 deliveries.
His innings included:
- 21 fours.
- Seven sixes.
- A new personal First-Class highest score.
- A significant improvement on his previous First-Class best of 180.
The Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha report noted that Naim resumed the second day on 171 not out before extending his innings to 282.
His performance also strengthened his case for another opportunity in Bangladesh’s Test team. Chief selector Habibul Bashar had indicated that domestic performances would be assessed when considering additional opening options. Sports
Mohammad Naim’s Playing Style and Batting Strengths
Naim is a left-handed opening batter who generally operates in the top order. His approach combines an attacking mindset with an ability to build longer innings when conditions allow.
Cricbuzz describes him as an aggressive batter who likes to dominate the bowling early and has an affinity for scoring boundaries on the leg side. Cricbuzz.com
His career also reveals an important distinction between his performances in different formats.
Strengths as an Opening Batter
- Left-handed batting gives Bangladesh a different opening combination.
- He has experience against international pace and spin.
- His T20 batting includes the ability to accelerate after establishing himself.
- His domestic List A performances demonstrate an ability to build longer innings.
- His 2025 BPL season showed considerable improvement in his T20 scoring rate.
Technical Development and Patience
In his 2019 Roar Media interview, Naim discussed how he had worked on his ability to convert starts into centuries.
He specifically identified impatience after reaching 80 runs as a weakness. The improvement was reflected in his three centuries during the 2018–19 Dhaka Premier League.
His 2025 BPL century and 2026 First-Class double-century further illustrate that his batting is not restricted to short-format cricket. archive.roar.media+2
Mohammad Naim’s Current Team and Career Status in 2026
Active cricketer
As of 3 November 2026, Mohammad Naim remains an active professional cricketer.
His recent domestic performances have been particularly encouraging, especially his 282 against Rajshahi Division in October 2026.
Current career position:
- Nationality: Bangladesh.
- Primary role: Opening batter.
- International experience: Test, ODI and T20I.
- Latest recorded international appearance: ODI against Afghanistan, 14 October 2025.
- Recent major domestic performance: 282 in the National Cricket League.
- 2026 DPL performance: 471 runs.
- BPL franchise association: Chattogram Royals.
- International recall: Not confirmed in the latest available national squad information.
The 2026 NCL double-century arrived at an important time because Bangladesh were evaluating additional opening options for Test cricket.
However, a strong domestic performance does not automatically mean an international recall has been confirmed. The Bangladesh squad announced for the second West Indies Test on 1 November 2026 did not include Naim. Sports+2
His 2026 Domestic Form
His recent domestic performances show that he remains productive in both limited-overs and longer-format competitions.
| Competition | Year | Runs | Notable detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Cricket League | 2025 | 547 | Four-day competition |
| Bangladesh Premier League | 2025–26 | 272 | Franchise T20 |
| Bangladesh Cricket League One-Day | 2026 | 240 | List A |
| Dhaka Premier League | 2026 | 471 | 11 matches |
| National Cricket League | 2026 | 282 | New First-Class career best |
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His DPL 2026 campaign included 471 runs at an average of 52.33 and a strike rate of 95.93. He finished among the leading batters in the competition. BDCricTime
Mohammad Naim’s Career Comparison
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Mohammad Naim’s Personal Life, Height and Net Worth
Naim generally maintains a relatively private public profile outside cricket. Some older Bangladeshi media reporting provides information about his parents and early upbringing, but several personal details commonly requested in biography searches have not been established through sufficiently dependable evidence.
| Search topic | Verified position |
|---|---|
| Father | Abdul Aziz Sheikh, reported by Bangla Tribune |
| Mother | Aleya Begum, reported by Bangla Tribune |
| Wife | No dependable confirmation |
| Girlfriend | No dependable confirmation |
| Children | No dependable confirmation |
| Siblings | Not reliably established |
| Height | Conflicting or insufficiently authoritative listings |
| Jersey number | 23 appears in some player profiles |
| Net worth | No dependable published estimate verified |
| Religion | No reliable self-identification verified |
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Mohammad Naim’s Net Worth and Salary
There is no dependable publicly documented net-worth figure for Mohammad Naim.
His Tk 1.10 crore Chattogram Royals auction contract is a documented professional cricket payment, not proof of his total personal wealth.
His earnings may include domestic cricket payments and other professional income, but a complete and independently verified financial breakdown is not publicly available.
Mohammad Naim’s Social Media
The player profile published by IPL.com lists the Instagram account @mnaimofficial and Facebook account @MNaimOfficial. These handles should be checked directly before being treated as verified official accounts. IPL
Frequently Asked Questions About Mohammad Naim
1. Who is Mohammad Naim?
Mohammad Naim Sheikh is a Bangladeshi left-handed opening batter who has represented Bangladesh in Test, ODI and T20I cricket. He is also known for his domestic performances in the Dhaka Premier League and Bangladesh Premier League.
2. What is Mohammad Naim’s age?
Mohammad Naim was born on 22 August 1999. He is 27 years old as of November 2026.
3. Who are Mohammad Naim’s parents?
An older Bangla Tribune profile identifies his father as Abdul Aziz Sheikh and his mother as Aleya Begum. banglatribune.com
4. What is Mohammad Naim’s highest T20I score?
His highest T20I score is 81 from 48 balls against India in Nagpur on 10 November 2019. m.cricbuzz.com
5. What is Mohammad Naim’s highest First-Class score?
His highest recorded First-Class score is 282 against Rajshahi Division in October 2026. He faced 369 balls and hit 21 fours and seven sixes. Sports
6. How many runs did Mohammad Naim score in BPL 2025?
He scored 511 runs in 14 matches for Khulna Tigers, finishing as the competition’s leading run-scorer. Cricbuzz.com
7. Which team bought Mohammad Naim for Tk 1.10 crore?
Chattogram Royals purchased him for Tk 1.10 crore in the BPL auction held on 1 December 2025. dhakatribune.com
8. Has Mohammad Naim played in a T20 World Cup?
Yes. He represented Bangladesh in the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and scored half-centuries against Oman and Sri Lanka. unb.com.bd+1
9. Has Mohammad Naim played Test cricket?
Yes. He made his Test debut against New Zealand at Hagley Oval on 9 January 2022. His only Test appearance produced 24 runs. Test Career Record, Scores & Form
10. Is Mohammad Naim married?
No dependable public source reviewed for this biography establishes his marital status.
11. What is Mohammad Naim’s net worth?
No independently dependable public net-worth estimate has been verified. His documented BPL auction contract should not be confused with his total wealth.
12. Is Mohammad Naim still playing international cricket?
He remains an active domestic cricketer. His last recorded international appearance was against Afghanistan in October 2025. A new international appearance or recall should be confirmed through a subsequent official team announcement.
CONCLUSION
Mohammad Naim’s career has been shaped by two important qualities: his ability to produce substantial domestic scores and his capacity to improve after identifying weaknesses in his batting.
His 807-run Dhaka Premier League season helped him reach international cricket, while his 511-run BPL campaign demonstrated his value in franchise T20 cricket. His 282 against Rajshahi in October 2026 added another major achievement to his First-Class record.
The next important step is converting his domestic consistency into another sustained opportunity with Bangladesh. His recent performances provide a strong basis for consideration, but his future international position will depend on selection decisions and continued performance.