Akbar Ali is a young star in Banglai cricket which he won over with his cool at the stumps and also his talent as a batsman. He broke out into the scene when he captained the 2020 ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup team and since then has been going up the professional ranks. In 2025 it is put forward that he will be a mainstay in the Bangladesh team. We also look at the personal and professional aspects of Akbar’s life which includes his height, age, wife, bio, career, and net worth.

Early Life and Biography

Akbar Ali was born on 20 October 2001 in Rangpur, Bangladesh. Born into a poor family he developed a love for cricket at a very young age. Akbar joined Rangpur Cricket Academy and into a rigorous training regime which he threw himself into with great will and talent which God gave him. Akbar’s cricket skills did not go unnoticed which inspite of the economic hardship and poverty his family went through allowed him to pursue his dream.

Akbar is known for his maturity and discipline beyond what is expected of his age. This emotional intelligence which he has is what helped him rise through the ranks of Bangladesh’s junior cricket teams.

Age and Height

As of 2025 Akbar Ali will be 23. He is 5\'9" (175 cm) which is the wicketkeeper’s height. What he brings to the table in terms of stumping agility and reflexes is a result of his great physical fitness and discipline.

Personal Life and Wife

Akbar Ali keeps a very private life. As of early 2025 we have no news of his marriage. Although there has been speculation that he is with or engaged to someone, he has not confirmed a fiancée or wife. It seems that at present his focus is totally on his cricket career.

U-19 World Cup Glory

Akbar Ali came into the limelight in the 2020 ICC U19 Cricket World Cup which saw him lead Bangladesh to their very first-ever win in an ICC tournament. In the final against India which was a tight match, he put in a very steady performance that got him the praise he got. Akbar’s leadership, sportsman-like behavior, and of perform at his best under pressure got him international attention.

Domestic and National Representation

Following his success at the U-19 level Akbar moved into the domestic circuit which saw him play for teams like the Dhaka Platoon and Rangpur Division. Not long after that he was chosen to be a part of the Bangladesh A team and went on to secure a place in the national team also which he did so for limited overs cricket.

Though Akbar has had limited time with the senior team, he does show promise. He is improving his technical skills behind the wicket and also has been working hard at his batting to gain more consistency which in turn will get him a regular spot in the national team.

Future Outlook

Akbar in 2025 will still be a prime prospect for Bangladesh cricket. With Mushfiqur Rahim at the end of his career, Akbar steps up as the natural choice to take over in the wicket-keeper batsman role. His cool-headedness in pressure situations along with Akbar’s leadership skills will prove very effective in overseas campaigns in the future.

Net Worth in 2025

As in 2025 Akbar Ali’s net worth is reported to be between $500,000 to $700,00 which includes income from the BCB, match fees, sponsorship deals and league cricket. As his career grows so does the value of his net worth  should he secure a place in the national team or in international T20 leagues we may see that number go up greatly.

Conclusion

Raising a World Cup trophy. In terms of on-field and off-field maturity, Akbar’s journey from Rangpur to the global stage is a story of bravery and talent. While he is still developing as a player that is put in by supporters and selectors, we are looking at a very bright young cricketer.