A Historic Partnership: Mohammad Nabi and Son Hassan Eisakhil Make BPL History

NABI & SON MAKE HISTORY: Afghanistan legend Mohammad Nabi and son Hassan Eisakhil feature in the same BPL lineup for Noakhali Express. Hassan shines with a 92-run debut against Dhaka Capitals.

The world of professional cricket witnessed a rare and emotional milestone on Sunday, January 11, 2026, as Afghanistan legend Mohammada Nabi took the field alongside his 19-year-old son, Hassan Eisakhil.

The duo made history by becoming the first father-son pair to play in the same lineup in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), representing the Noakhali Express in their clash against the Dhaka Capitals.

While the “President”, Mohammad Nabi, is a global icon of the game, it was his son who stole the spotlight on his tournament debut, proving that the family legacy is in very capable hands.

The Debut Masterclass: Hassan’s 92-Run Blitz

Opening the batting at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, the younger Eisakhil showed no nerves on the big stage. He anchored the Noakhali Express innings with a fearless display of power hitting that nearly resulted in a debut century.

• The Stats: Hassan smashed 92 runs off just 50 balls, a knock punctuated by 7 fours and 5 towering sixes.
• The Partnership: The most iconic moment of the afternoon came in the middle overs when father and son occupied the crease together. They shared a 53-run stand for the fourth wicket, with Nabi (17 off 13) playing a supporting role to his son’s aggressive stroke play.
• The Result: Their efforts propelled the Noakhali Express to a formidable total of 184–7, effectively ending their six-match losing streak and keeping their slim playoff hopes alive.

The Rise of Hassan Eisakhil: 2025 Retrospective

Hassan’s inclusion in the BPL follows a meteoric 2025 season where he established himself as the most exciting young prospect in Afghan cricket.

“The Dream Realized”: Post-Match Reactions

For Mohammad Nabi, who turned 41 this month, the day was the culmination of a long-stated goal. In early 2025, Nabi famously reconsidered his retirement plans, stating that his ultimate “dream” was to represent Afghanistan alongside his son.

“To be at the non-striker’s end and watch my boy hit boundaries in a professional league… it’s a feeling I can’t describe,” Nabi said in the post-match presentation. “I told him to stay calm and play straight. He clearly only listened to the second part!”

Hassan Eisakhil was equally humble: “I’ve grown up watching my dad travel the world for this game. To finally be in the same colors as him, and to contribute to a win, is a memory I will keep forever.”