DHAKA, March 18, 2025 – Former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal suffered a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League (DPL) match in Savar on Monday and underwent an emergency angioplasty to remove a blockage.
Incident Details
- Tamim, leading Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club, fielded for just one over before experiencing chest pain.
- He was rushed to KPJ Specialised Hospital and Nursing Home for medical attention.
- Initially, he planned to be airlifted to another hospital, but due to his deteriorating condition, he was taken back to the original facility.
- Tests confirmed a blockage in his heart, prompting an angiogram and angioplasty.
Medical Statement & Recovery
Hospital authorities confirmed:
- “He [Tamim] returned to us in a critical condition. It was indeed a heart attack.”
- “An angioplasty was performed successfully, and he is now under observation.”
- Doctors credited swift coordination between medical teams for his timely treatment.
Tamim Iqbal’s Cricket Legacy
- The 35-year-old retired from international cricket in January 2025.
- He remains Bangladesh’s highest century-maker (25 tons) and has scored over 15,000 international runs across formats.
- His last ODI for Bangladesh was in September 2023 against New Zealand.
Cricketing World Reacts
Fans and fellow cricketers have expressed their shock and support for Tamim, wishing him a speedy recovery.
