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Bangladesh cricket was dealt a shocking blow on Monday as former national team captain Tamim Iqbal suffered a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match. The 36-year-old, who was captaining Mohammedan Sporting Club in a domestic 50-over game, felt chest pain following the toss and was taken for immediate medical attention.
Medical Emergency on the Field
Eyewitnesses at the ground said Tamim appeared visibly agitated before the match started. He tried to carry on but soon needed medical help. After being examined on the field, he was quickly taken to a hospital in Savar, a suburb of Dhaka. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) medical officer Debashis Chowdhury later said Tamim had indeed had a heart attack but that his condition had started improving.
Outpouring of Support
After Tamim Iqbal suffered a heart attack, the cricketing community flooded with concern. Team official Tariqul Islam asked fans to pray for the quick recovery of the cricketer. In the meantime, a planned board meeting was shelved by the BCB, with many members rushing to the hospital to inquire about his well-being. The severity of the situation reflected Tamim’s standing in Bangladeshi cricket, with players, fans and administrators all waiting anxiously for news on his well-being.
A Legend of Bangladesh Cricket
Tamim Iqbal is one of the most decorated cricketers from Bangladesh, having played for the country in 391 international matches from 2007 to 2023. With more than 15,000 international runs in his career, he is the only Bangladeshi batsman to have achieved centuries in all three versions of the game. His efforts as a player, captain and mentor have played a crucial role in developing Bangladesh’s cricketing identity in the world.
Looking Ahead
As Tamim undergoes treatment, cricket enthusiasts across the globe are praying for his complete recovery. His health emergency is a grim reminder of the physical price the game extracts, even from top-class players. Although it is not clear how this accident will affect his cricketing future, his health is now the priority.
For the time being, Bangladesh holds its breath in anticipation, wishing their favourite cricketer returns with a strong vengeance—on the pitch or in a different capacity contributing to the game he has given everything to.
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