Overview

Imrul Kayes (Bengali: ইমরুল কায়েস; born 2 February 1987) is a Bangladeshi international cricketer best known as a left‑handed top‑order batsman. He has represented Bangladesh in international cricket and played domestic first‑class and limited‑overs cricket, most notably for Khulna Division. He is capable of keeping wicket on occasion, adding flexibility to team selection. For his Bengali name and basic profile see Bengali spelling and details.

Playing style and role

Kayes is primarily an opening or top‑order batter who uses a conventional left‑hand technique suited to both red‑ball and white‑ball formats. His approach combines defence with measured stroke play, enabling him to play long innings in first‑class matches or to build platforms in limited‑overs fixtures. Teams have sometimes used him as an occasional wicket‑keeper, particularly when squad balance required a dual role.

Domestic and franchise career

He made his first‑class debut in 2006 and has played for Khulna Division in Bangladesh’s domestic competitions. Over his career he has also taken part in domestic one‑day and Twenty20 tournaments, including franchise competitions in Bangladesh. Detailed domestic records and team affiliations can be found through cricket databases and team pages such as Khulna Division and player profiles at major cricket portals: player profile.

International experience

Kayes has been selected for Bangladesh across formats, appearing in Test matches, One Day Internationals and Twenty20 Internationals. His international tenure includes tours and bilateral series where he provided experience at the top of the order. While not always a permanent fixture, his selection has reflected a combination of domestic form and the team’s tactical needs.

Significance and notable facts

  • Known for being a left‑handed opening batter able to anchor innings.
  • Serves as a useful utility player because of occasional wicket‑keeping skills.
  • Has contributed to both longer first‑class formats and shorter limited‑overs competitions in Bangladesh.

For readers seeking match statistics, career milestones or season‑by‑season performance, consult official scorecards and established cricket archives via the links above. These sources provide up‑to‑date records and tournament summaries for players active in international and domestic cricket.