Bangladesh’s Mahmudullah has announced his retirement from international cricket at 39, having previously retired from Tests and T20s. He is Bangladesh’s fourth-highest ODI run-scorer, with 5,689 runs. His retirement follows his brother-in-law Mushfiqur’s recent exit from ODIs. Mahmudullah’s legacy includes significant performances in ICC tournaments, with his last innings resulting in a score of 4.
Mahmudullah, the seasoned all-rounder from Bangladesh, has officially retired from international cricket, concluding his ODI career as of March 12. At the age of 39, Mahmudullah had previously retired from Test and T20 formats in 2021 and 2024, respectively. He announced his retirement through social media, marking the end of his international journey.
In his heartfelt message on Facebook, Mahmudullah expressed gratitude towards “all team-mates, coaches and especially my fans who have always supported me.” He acknowledged his family’s unwavering support and highlighted the significant role his brother Emdad Ullah played as his coach and mentor throughout his life.
Mahmudullah concludes his international career as Bangladesh’s fourth-highest ODI run-scorer, amassing 5,689 runs with an average of 36.46, which includes four centuries and 32 fifties. His retirement follows closely after his brother-in-law, Mushfiqur, also retired from ODIs.
All of Mahmudullah’s centuries were scored in ICC 50-over tournaments, including two during the 2015 World Cup and an unbeaten 102 against New Zealand in the 2017 Champions Trophy. His last notable scoring performance was a 111 against South Africa in the 2023 ODI World Cup, while his final match ended with a modest score of 4 against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy.
In conclusion, Mahmudullah’s retirement marks the end of a significant chapter in Bangladesh cricket. With a remarkable ODI record, he leaves behind a legacy as one of the top run-scorers in the nation’s history. His contributions, especially in ICC tournaments, have solidified his status as a cricketing stalwart. The cricketing community acknowledges his dedication and wishes him well in his future endeavors.
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