Mahmudullah, a veteran all-rounder for Bangladesh, has officially retired from international cricket, concluding his ODI career at 39. He expresses gratitude to his supporters and family while ending his tenure as the fourth-highest run-scorer for Bangladesh in ODIs, with 5,689 runs. His retirement follows that of fellow cricketer Mushfiqur.
Bangladesh’s seasoned all-rounder Mahmudullah has officially retired from international cricket, announcing his decision on social media. This move follows his previous retirements from Tests and T20Is in 2021 and 2024, respectively. At 39 years old, Mahmudullah concludes his ODI career, marking the end of his tenure in international cricket.
In his retirement announcement, he expressed gratitude towards Allah, his teammates, coaches, and fans for their unwavering support. He thanked his parents and in-laws, particularly his father-in-law and brother Emdad Ullah, who was pivotal in his cricket journey. He also acknowledged the encouragement of his wife and children, recognizing their role as his support system.
Mahmudullah stands as Bangladesh’s fourth-highest run-scorer in ODIs, accumulating 5,689 runs at an average of 36.46, which includes four centuries and 32 fifties. Notably, his centuries were all scored in ICC tournaments, highlights being two centuries in the 2015 ODI World Cup and an unbeaten 102 during the 2017 Champions Trophy.
His last notable performance was a score of 111 against South Africa in the 2023 ODI World Cup. His farewell game came in the recently concluded Champions Trophy, where he faced New Zealand, scoring only 4 runs off 14 balls. Mahmudullah’s retirement follows a similar decision from his brother-in-law, Mushfiqur, who recently retired from ODIs.
Mahmudullah’s retirement marks a significant milestone in Bangladeshi cricket as he leaves behind a legacy as one of the country’s best all-rounders. With a notable record in ODIs and contributions in key international tournaments, he concludes his career with immense respect and admiration from fans and fellow cricketers. His future support for the Bangladesh cricket team remains evident as he extends his wishes and gratitude upon retiring.
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