Favourite Cricket team
Bangladesh
Favorite Cricket Player
Shakib al Hasan
Favourite Cricket Ground
Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium
Favourite Cricket Format
ODI
Favourite Sporting Memory
Mahmudullah’s retirement from T20Is in India
Favourite Sport Movie
Big George Foreman
Zaigum Azam, who is popularly known as Atif in the cricketing circle of Bangladesh and beyond, is a common face at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. The bearded man had been with cricket since his childhood after being sent to BKSP, country’s lone sports institute to learn the trade, from where leading cricketers of the present generation are groomed like Shakib al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mominul Haque, and Litton Kumar Das among others.
latestArticlesBy Zaigum Azam (Atif)

Cricket
Exclusive: Faruque Ahmed Slams BCB Ouster as Undemocratic and Politically Driven
Former BCB President Faruque Ahmed was removed from office abruptly, questioning the lack of due process and political interference. In an exclusive interview, he expressed frustration and disbelief at the rapid transition, attributing his dismissal to resistance within the board and lack of transparency. Faruque's ousting highlights governance and political influence issues within Bangladesh cricket administration, casting doubts on the board's commitment to transparency.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-06-09

Cricket
Exclusive: BCB Security Official Impressed by 'Top-Level' Safety Measures in Pakistan
The Bangladesh national cricket team's security official praises PCB for top-level security arrangements ahead of 3-match T20I series in Lahore amid border tensions with India. PCB guarantees player safety with bullet-proof vehicles and controlled street movements. No lockdown, but caution advised for players. Series scheduled to begin on May 28.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-05-29

Cricket
Exclusive: Coach Salahuddin Backs Litton Das, Targets Long-Term Growth for Bangladesh T20 Side
Bangladesh's senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin aims to instill self-belief in players for consistent international success. With upcoming T20 series in UAE and Pakistan, Salahuddin emphasizes long-term development and backs Litton Das as T20I captain. Team focus on gradual growth and mental toughness for sustained performance improvements.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-05-16

Cricket
Exclusive: Tanzim Hasan Sakib Aims to Be Bangladesh’s Next Test All-Rounder
Bangladesh's Tanzim Hasan Sakib, known for white-ball prowess, fulfills dream of playing Test cricket. After working to increase pace with coach Salahuddin, he made debut with promising performance. Enthusiastic to contribute with bat as well as ball, aiming to support team in all aspects of the game.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-05-14

Cricket
Exclusive: Nigar Sultana says World Cup Stage Can Transform Future of Bangladesh Women’s Cricket
Nigar Sultana, captain of Bangladesh's women's cricket team, reflects on their recent qualification for the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, highlighting the importance for the team's future and the promotion of women's cricket in the country. The team's sacrifices, including forgoing Eid celebrations, emphasize their dedication to the sport.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-05-05

Cricket
Exclusive: Denied Twice Bangladesh’s Rishad Hossain’s PSL Debut Makes a Statement
Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain had a notable debut for Lahore Qalandars in the PSL, showcasing his talent with 3/31 against Quetta Gladiators. After missing out on previous franchise-based opportunities, his patience paid off with a successful start in the tournament. With a positive outlook and former coach Russell Domingo's support, Rishad aims to shine in the high-scoring matches of the PSL by bowling smartly.
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
2025-04-15
Zaigum Azam (Atif)
Though he could not become a noteworthy cricketer but the game and its beauty had a long lasting effect and as a result he decided to take up sports journalism and covering cricket over a decade.
Apart from covering Bangladesh his only other area of passion is Afghanistan cricket as he wonders and ponders how a country can grow so many talented cricketers despite all the adversaries.
Apart from covering cricket the only love for Zaigum is food and love travelling to have delicious Kebab and Biriyani.
He worked in different places during his more than decade long journey as a cricket reporter and that includes some major English daily of his country along with Cricbuzz.
Apart from that he regularly does a podcast in Daily Cricket called https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrQ0UbaPZFc&t=1167s Cric Talk with ESPNcricinfo’s Bangladesh correspondent Mohammad Isam.