[5] Al Sahariar consistently garnered praise for his excellence in shorter formats, but it was his standout performances in the realm of first-class cricket that earned him a coveted position in the Bangladesh playing XI for their historic inaugural Test against India in November 2000.

[6] Sahariar left an indelible mark on domestic cricket, demonstrating his prowess while representing both Abahani and Mohammedan Sporting Club.

A product of renowned sports institute BKSP, he honed his cricketing skills in various age-group teams before catching the attention of selectors in 1993 for a BCB Eleven, showcasing his adeptness at legspin bowling.

This delay in his ODI initiation adds a distinctive chapter to Sahariar's cricket journey, emphasizing his domestic triumphs and the eventual breakthrough on the international stage.

He returned to Bangladesh to play for Cricket Coaching School in the Dhaka Premier Division limited-overs competition in 2011–12.