Overview
Imrul Kayes (Bengali: ইমরুল কায়েস; born 2 February 1987) is a former Bangladeshi international cricketer. A left-handed batsman who occasionally kept wickets, he represented Bangladesh across formats and played domestic first-class cricket for Khulna Division. He has also captained Comilla Victorians in Twenty20 franchise cricket.
Key facts
| Full name | Imrul Kayes |
|---|---|
| Bengali | ইমরুল কায়েস |
| Date of birth | 2 February 1987 |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Batting style | Left-handed |
| Role | Batsman; occasional wicket-keeper |
| Domestic team | Khulna Division |
| Franchise team | Comilla Victorians (former captain) |
| International status | Former Bangladesh international |
Background
Kayes emerged through the Bangladeshi domestic circuit, representing Khulna Division in first-class cricket. His left-handed top-order batting and ability to take up wicket-keeping duties when required gave him versatility within the side.
Career
Domestic cricket
Kayes has been associated with Khulna Division in Bangladesh's domestic structure, where he featured as a top-order left-handed batsman.
Franchise cricket
In the Bangladesh Premier League, he played for Comilla Victorians and served as the franchise's captain.
International cricket
Kayes represented Bangladesh at the international level before retiring from international duties.
Significance
As a long-serving left-handed batsman in Bangladesh's domestic and international set-up, and as a captain in the country's premier Twenty20 league, Kayes has been a recognised figure in Bangladeshi cricket.
Related topics
- Bangladesh national cricket team
- Khulna Division cricket team
- Comilla Victorians
- Bangladesh Premier League
- Cricket in Bangladesh
References
- "Imrul Kayes", English Wikipedia
- Wikidata item: Q3348182