Rishad named Hobart's BBL player of the year

Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain was named Hobart Hurricanes' Big Bash League (BBL) Player of the Year on Wednesday after a standout debut season in the tournament, reports BSS.

Rishad played an important role in helping Hobart Hurricanes secure a strong finish in BBL 15 in what was his maiden season in the tournament.

He was drafted to play for Hobart Hurricanes in BBL 14 as well but was unable to participate due to his BPL commitments at home.

However, he made up for that absence by taking 15 wickets in the tournament and providing the control that Hobart badly needed.

The Bangladesh leg-spinner edged out strong competition from teammates Nikhil Chaudhary, Nathan Ellis and Chris Jordan to lift the title.

Rishad led all Hurricanes players in the wicket-taking column and was often used early, straight out of the Powerplay, playing a key role for the team.

He had his best figures of 3-26 against the Adelaide Strikers.

Rishad is currently playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), after which he will gear up for the Bangladesh national team's home series against New Zealand.