BCB thanks Tamim 

In a facebook post on Friday, Tamim Iqbal has announced his retirement from the international cricket, ending a 17-year long career, decorated with some outstanding records.

After that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has extended its heartfelt gratitude to Tamim Iqbal for his outstanding contributions to the country's cricket.

“This is a moment of sorrow for Bangladesh cricket, and millions of fans worldwide would feel the same way, irrespective of their nationality,” the BCB President Faruque Ahmed said, paying tribute to Tamim's glittering career.

“Tamim has been one of Bangladesh's greatest ambassadors internationally, not just for his skills but for the way he has carried himself throughout his two-decade-long career.”

In an exceptional international career spanning from 2007 to 2023, Tamim has profoundly impacted the game in this country, inspiring cricket lovers both at home and abroad.

Tamim represented Bangladesh in 70 Test matches, 243 ODIs, and 78 T20 internationals, amassing 15,249 runs across formats and becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to reach 15,000 international runs.

His contributions in major international tournaments testify to his caliber and consistency. Tamim appeared in four ICC Cricket World Cups (2007-2019), six ICC World T20s (2007-2016), and one ICC Champions Trophy (2017).

As captain of Bangladesh's ODI side from 2019 to 2023, he led the team to 21 victories in 35 completed matches, solidifying his legacy as one of the best ODI captains in Bangladesh's history. He also captained Bangladesh in one Test match.