sentences:  In December 2008, Tanvir was signed by the Australian domestic side Southern Redbacks for the KFC Twenty20 Big Bash.In his first match against Western Australia he was pitted against fellow Pakistani fast bowler Umar Gul and although he was caught out first ball he took 1–15 with the ball for his side in a winning cause.In February 2012, Tanvir featured in the inaugural Bangladesh Premier League tournament representing Sylhet Royals.