Mahmudullah, Bangladesh’s veteran all-rounder, announced his retirement from international cricket on March 12, ending his ODI career. With 5689 runs, he is the nation’s fourth-highest scorer. He expressed gratitude towards fans, family, and teammates for their support. Mahmudullah notably contributed in ICC tournaments, including his last century during the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Mahmudullah, the veteran all-rounder of Bangladesh, officially announced his retirement from international cricket on March 12, following his decision to retire from One Day Internationals (ODIs). At the age of 39, Mahmudullah previously retired from Test cricket in 2021 and from T20Is in 2024. He expressed gratitude towards his teammates, coaches, family, and fans in his retirement message on social media, highlighting their unwavering support throughout his career.
In his heartfelt message, he stated, “All praises only for the Almighty Allah. I have decided to retire from international cricket. I would like to thank all of my team-mates, coaches and especially my fans who have always supported me. A big thank you to my parents, my in-laws, especially my father-in-law, and most importantly my brother Emdad Ullah, who has been there for me constantly since my childhood as my coach & mentor.” He further expressed appreciation for his wife and children, acknowledging their role as his support system and reflecting on his journey with the Bangladesh cricket team.
Mahmudullah concludes his international cricket career as the fourth-highest run-scorer for Bangladesh in ODIs, amassing a total of 5689 runs at an average of 36.46. His impressive record includes four centuries and 32 fifties. Notably, all his centuries were scored during 50-over ICC tournaments, with remarkable performances in the 2015 ODI World Cup and a century in the 2017 Champions Trophy.
His retirement follows closely on the heels of his brother-in-law, Mushfiqur Rahim, who also recently announced his retirement from ODIs. Mahmudullah’s last international appearance was at the 2023 ODI World Cup where he scored 111 runs against South Africa. However, he ended his final ODI with a modest score of 4 against New Zealand in his last official inning.
In conclusion, Mahmudullah’s retirement marks the end of a significant chapter in Bangladesh cricket. His contributions as a reliable all-rounder and his critical performances in notable tournaments established him as a key player for the team. While he leaves behind a remarkable legacy, his impact will continue to be felt in the cricketing community. We extend our best wishes for his future endeavors beyond the cricket field.
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