Mahmudullah Retires from International Cricket, Concludes Notable Career
Mahmudullah, the seasoned all-rounder, has retired from international cricket, concluding his career in ODIs. His achievements include becoming Bangladesh’s fourth-highest run-scorer in ODIs with 5,689 runs. His retirement comes shortly after fellow player Mushfiqur Rahim’s announcement. Mahmudullah’s performance highlights include centuries in ICC tournaments, with his last significant innings of 111 against South Africa in the 2023 World Cup.
Mahmudullah, a prominent all-rounder for Bangladesh, has officially retired from international cricket, marking the end of his career in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Following his announcement on social media, this decision comes after he previously retired from Test cricket in 2021 and from T20 Internationals in 2024, shortly after turning 39 years old.
In his farewell message on Facebook, Mahmudullah expressed gratitude to Allah, his teammates, coaches, and especially his fans. He specifically acknowledged the support from his family, including heartfelt messages for his parents, his father-in-law, and his brother Emdad Ullah, who has been both a coach and mentor throughout his journey. Mahmudullah’s appreciation extended to his wife and children, noting the significant role they played in his life.
Mahmudullah concludes his international career as the fourth-highest run-scorer in ODIs for Bangladesh, amassing 5,689 runs with an average of 36.46, including four centuries and 32 fifties. His retirement follows close on the heels of fellow cricketer and brother-in-law Mushfiqur Rahim’s retirement announcement.
The veteran all-rounder’s centuries during his career were all achieved in ICC 50-over tournaments, notably scoring two hundreds in the 2015 ODI World Cup and an unbeaten 102 in the 2017 Champions Trophy. His most recent performance included a significant 111 against South Africa during the 2023 ODI World Cup, although his last outing for Bangladesh was a disappointing 4 off 14 balls against New Zealand at the recent Champions Trophy.
The retirement of Mahmudullah marks a notable end to a significant chapter in Bangladesh cricket. Recognized as the nation’s fourth-highest run-scorer in ODIs, his contributions have been invaluable. His journey has been supported by family and compatriots, reflecting both personal and professional milestones that will long be remembered in the cricketing community.
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