Tamim Iqbal, one of Bangladesh’s most successful batsmen, has announced his retirement from international cricket. The 34-year-old made the decision just three months before the ICC ODI World Cup in India.
Iqbal made his international debut in 2007 and went on to score 8,313 runs in 241 ODIs, including 14 centuries. He was also a regular in the Test and T20I teams, but retired from T20Is last year.
In a tearful press conference, Iqbal said that he had made the decision to retire after much thought. “I have given my best to Bangladesh cricket,” he said. “I have tried my best to make the country proud. But I think it is time for me to step aside and let the youngsters take over.”
Iqbal’s retirement is a major blow to Bangladesh cricket. He was one of the team’s most experienced and consistent batsmen, and his absence will be felt in the upcoming World Cup.
However, Iqbal’s decision is understandable. He has been playing international cricket for over 15 years, and he has achieved a great deal. He is now 34 years old, and he may feel that it is time to focus on his family and his business interests.
Iqbal is a legend of Bangladesh cricket, and his retirement will be a sad day for the country’s fans. However, he leaves behind a legacy of great batting and leadership. He will be remembered as one of the most important players in Bangladesh’s cricket history.
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Reactions to Tamim Iqbal’s Retirement
Tamim Iqbal’s retirement has been met with a mixed reaction from fans and pundits. Some have praised his decision to step aside, while others have expressed disappointment that he will not be available for the upcoming World Cup.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Nazmul Hassan said that he was “sad” to see Iqbal retire, but that he understood the decision. “Tamim has been a great servant of Bangladesh cricket,” Hassan said. “He has given his all to the team, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Former Bangladesh captain Mushfiqur Rahim said that Iqbal’s retirement was a “big loss” for the team. “Tamim was one of our most experienced and consistent batsmen,” Rahim said. “His absence will be felt in the upcoming World Cup.”
However, some fans have expressed disappointment that Iqbal will not be available for the World Cup. “It is a big loss for Bangladesh cricket,” one fan said. “Tamim was one of our best chances of winning the World Cup.”
Ultimately, Tamim Iqbal’s retirement is a personal decision. He has decided that it is time to step aside and let the youngsters take over. His decision will be respected by fans and pundits alike.