Dhaka: Mahmudullah, veteran batsman of Bangladesh cricket team, announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday. The 39 -year -old Mahmudullah had already retired from Test cricket in 2021 and T20 format in 2024, and now he has retired from ODI cricket.

He informed about his decision through social media posts and thanked his fellow players, coaches, family and fans. Mahmudullah gave Bangladesh cricket many memorable innings and historical win, making him one of the most successful cricketers in the country.

Mahmudullah's magnificent cricket career

• ODI Career:
  • Match: 239
  • Run: 5689
  • Average: 36.46
  • Century: 4 (in all ICC tournaments)
• Test Career:
  • Match: 50
  • Run: 2914
  • Century: 5
• T20 career:
  • Match: 141
  • Run: 2122
  • Strike Rate: 120.49

Mahmudullah made his ODI debut in 2007 and initially joined the team as a lower -order all -rounder. But during the 2011 World Cup, he played an important role in winning against England and gradually became a trusted batsman for the middle order.

Memorable innings of Mahmudullah

1. Two back-to-back century in 2015 World Cup
   • In this World Cup held in India, he gave Bangladesh a memorable victory by scoring two consecutive centuries against England and New Zealand.
2. Banging century against New Zealand in 2017 Champions Trophy
   • In this match, he shared 223 runs with Shakib Al Hasan to give Bangladesh a historic victory.
3. South Africa in 2023 World Cup against South Africa
   • Bangladesh has a record of scoring a third ODI World Cup century by any batsman.

Mahmudullah became emotional on the occasion of retirement

Mahmudullah wrote in his retirement message:

“Everything does not end in the right way, but you have to say yes and move forward.”

He thanked his parents, in-laws, brother Imdad Ullah (who was his childhood coach and mentor) and most thanks to his wife and children. Referring to his son Raid, he especially wrote that he will miss him in red and green jerseys.

Bangladesh's end of golden generation

With the retirement of Mahmudullah, a golden generation of Bangladesh cricket came to an end, which included these legendary players:

• Tamim Iqbal
• Shakib Al Hasan
• Mushfiqur Rahim
• Mushraf Murtaza

Mahmudullah will always be remembered as a great batsman and leader for Bangladesh cricket. His contribution will be inspiring for generations to come.