Leap of faith by thirteen souls! An unlucky number became lucky for Bangladesh Lawyers’ Cricket Club (BLCC) as it led to the formation of this club. The journey which began as an ambitious dream of Barrister Muddasir Hossain soon became a reality due to collective group effort, hardwork and vision of several lawyers. Being a cricket enthusiast himself involved with playing cricket, Barrister Muddasir along with Dr. Khaled Hamid Chowdhury, Barrister Aneek R Haque, Barrister Muntasir Ahmed and Barrister Mutahar Hossain was involved in identifying potential members for the proposed Australia Tour. First hurdle for BLCC was to get players who not only can play cricket but was generous and willing to make the trip down under knowing fully well the monumental task that lay ahead. Many lawyers were approached but were unable to make the trip due to personal, family or other limitations. Notwithstanding the above,the effort of Barrister Muddasir Hossain and his colleagues didn’t go in vain. Eventually, a squad of 14 members were formed to represent BLCC in the 5th Edition of the Lawyers’ Cricket World Cup (LCWC) held in Brisbane, Australia 2014. BLCC proudly participated in the lawyers cricket World Cup under the leadership of Muddasir Hossain with no physio or coach or support staffs unlike other teams. To make things worse, Dr. Khaled Hamid Chowdhury missed the tour at the last minute and Barrister Naquib Karim, the lone wicketkeeper, dislocated his finger during the practice session in Brisbane just before the start of the tournament. In this time of crisis, Barrister Aneek R. Haque took charge as the stand in keeper allowing Naquib continue only as a batsman with help of pain killer and bandages! Barrister Shafayat Ullah joined as the opening batsman of the team. Barrister Junayed Chowdhury was known for his leggie and a hard hitting batting. Barrister Mutahar Hossain was the hard hitter and terrific fielder who covered for 2-3 people in big fields. Barrister Muntasir was also a reliable all rounder and the rock in the middle both as a batsman and bowler. The team also comprised of group of fantastic all rounders Barrister Zubi Moosa, Barrister Faisal Dastagir, Barrister Emdad and Barrister Naquib, the wicket keeping allrounder. Barrister Muddasir Hossain was the most reliable and economic bowler of BLCC who could bowl at any stage of the innings. Another reliable fielder and bowling option was Advocate Showkat Hossain. Barrister Syed Ridwan Hossain was the specialist bowler who bowled in the middle whereas Barrister Mahdin Chowdhury opened the bowling with Faisal Dastagir. All 13 members of the squad were players, water boys, first aiders during the matches. The team played 5 matches of 35 overs within a span of 8 days with almost no rest. This tour was planned, organised and arranged in less than 60 days. There was no doubt amongst the 13 members that it lacked the practice and planning for such an ominous tour. However, the team took a leap of faith and fought with sheer grits, mental strength and dedication. The team always knew that this would be the beginning of something new and wonderful. The rest is history! This post is to remember the persons and masterminds behind the formation of the club. BLCC shall forever be grateful for their contributions.
Batsman
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2005. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was an associate of Barrister Rokonuddin Mahmud, Senior Advocate. He practises at both Appellate Division and High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the senior partner at ‘Hossain & Khan Associates’(www.hnklaw.org). He is a co-founder of BLCC who provided necessary guidance to Mr. M. Muddasir Hossain to form this association. He is one of the think- tanks of the team.
All Rounder
Moosa was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is a senior associate at Sherajul Huq’s Associates, a second generation chamber and one of the leading criminal practicing chambers in the country. Barrister Moosa has represented Wolverhampton University for three consecutive years and has captained the same for two. He was the highest wicket taker for Bangladesh in the Lawyers’ World Cup 2015.
Batsman
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2004. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was an associate of Mr. Ozair Farooq, Senior Advocate. He is the EVP (Head of Legal) at The City Bank Limited. He is the partner at 'Chowdhury & Ullah'.
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2006. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was an associate at Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates. Muddasir is a partner at “Hossain & Khan Associates” (www.hmklaw.org). He specializes in constitutional, commercial and corporate matters. In the last few years, he has advised the national cricket board (BCB) on various Sports Law issues including representing them in the first Sports Tribunal hearing. He is the founder of BLCC and was the driving force behind ensuring participation of BLCC in the LCWC for the first time from Bangladesh.
Wicketkeeper_and_batsman
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2011. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the son of Mr. Justice Md. Fazlul Karim, Former Chief Justice of Bangladesh. He is an associate of Barrister Rafique-ul Huq, Senior Advocate. He represented his school in U-13 to U-17 inter-school tournaments. He was the highest scorer for BLCC in the Lawyers’ World Cup 2015 in Brisbane, Australia.
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales from the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the son of Mr. Justice Syed Muhammad Dastagir Husain, Judge, High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the Head of the Chambers of “Syed Ridwan Husain & Associates”. He used to play cricket at “Surbiton Imperial Cricket Club (SICC), Kingston, UK” during his stay in the United Kingdom.
member
In 2008, he was called to the Bar from Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn. Enrolled to practice in Bangladesh in 2010 and got his right of Audience in Bangladesh Supreme Court in 2013. He is the head of “Esquire Law Chambers”
Batsman
He was called, admitted and entitled to practice as "Barrister & Solicitor" in New South Wales, Australia in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the son of Mr. Justice Md. Momtaz Uddin Ahmed, Former Judge of Appellate Division, currently Chairman of Bangladesh Press Council. He is the 'Head of Chamber' of 'Ahmed & Associates'. He is a co-founder of BLCC who provided all the assistance to Mr. Muddasir Hossain to form this association. He is one of the think- tanks of the team.
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales from the Hon'ble Society of Middle Temple in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was an associate of 'Moudud Ahmed & Associates’. He is presently partner of "D.M.S Legal".
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales from the Hon'ble Society of Middle Temple in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He was an associate of 'Moudud Ahmed & Associates’. He is presently partner of "D.M.S Legal".
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales from the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the son of Mr. Justice Syed Muhammad Dastagir Husain, Judge, High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is the Head of the Chambers of “Syed Ridwan Husain & Associates”. He used to play cricket at “Surbiton Imperial Cricket Club (SICC), Kingston, UK” during his stay in the United Kingdom.
All Rounder
Moosa was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2008. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is a senior associate at Sherajul Huq’s Associates, a second generation chamber and one of the leading criminal practicing chambers in the country. Barrister Moosa has represented Wolverhampton University for three consecutive years and has captained the same for two. He was the highest wicket taker for Bangladesh in the Lawyers’ World Cup 2015.
All Rounder
He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in 2008 having completed his LLB and LLM from University of Cardiff. He is an Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He is an associate of “Mahbub & Company”.