A big blow to the Bangladesh team before the ODI World Cup, this legendary player retired
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Bangladesh cricket team's veteran opening batsman Tamim Iqbal has shocked everyone by announcing his retirement from all formats of international cricket just 3 months before the ODI World Cup 2023 to be held in India. Tamim informed everyone about his decision during a press conference. Tamim became very emotional while announcing his retirement from all formats of cricket.
Announcing retirement from international cricket
After the defeat in the first match of the 3-match ODI series against Afghanistan, Tamim called a press conference and informed about his decision. According to reports, Tamim announced his retirement and said that this is the end of his cricket career. I tried my best to give my best performance. At this time, I announce my retirement from international cricket.
Tamim expressed his gratitude
Tamim Iqbal further said that on this occasion I would like to thank all my teammates, coaches and Bangladesh cricket officials. I would also like to thank my family, who have always been with me throughout this journey and instilled faith in me. I would also like to thank the fans, who have always showered me with love and inspired me to perform better.
Started his international career in the year 2007
Tamim Iqbal started his international career for Bangladesh in February 2007. After this, he got a different recognition based on his match-winning fifty against India in the ODI World Cup in the same year. Tamim is also the highest run-scorer in ODIs for Bangladesh.
Tamim has led Bangladesh in 37 ODIs as captain
Tamim has scored 8313 runs at an average of 36.62 in 241 ODIs, including 14 centuries and 56 fifties. Also in the Test format, Tamim has scored 5134 runs for Bangladesh in 70 matches at an average of 38.89, including 10 centuries and 31 fifties. Tamim has played 70 matches for Bangladesh in T20 Internationals and has scored 1758 runs at an average of 24.08. Tamim has led Bangladesh in 37 ODIs as captain, winning 21 matches.
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