Tamim Iqbal
BCB President’s Cup: Mahmudullah XI beat Tamim XI by 5 wickets
Mahmudullah Riyad-led Mahmudullah XI sealed the second game of the ongoing BCB President’s Cup against Tamim Iqbal-led Tamim XI by five wickets (DL Method) on Tuesday at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
BCB President’s Cup: Mahmudullah XI restrict Tamim XI to 103
Mahmudullah XI restricted Tamim XI to 103 runs on Tuesday at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in the second match of the BCB President’s Cup.
Violence against women: Cricketers raise voice for justice
In the backdrop of rising concern over violence against women, top Bangladeshi cricketers urged the authorities concerned to ensure justice and take effective steps to stop violence against women.
I got my confidence back: Shadman Islam
Shadman missed the first of these two games but made his inclusion worthy in the second game posting 83 off 99 balls with eight fours and one six. Along with Shadman, number one national opener Tamim Iqbal who also missed the first game hit 64 off 80 with 10 fours.
“I came to play today’s game aiming to bat all day long. But the day was interrupted due to the rain. Coach has instructed us to chase 200 runs in 45 overs. Tamim bhai told me to play in my own way and I did that. Me and Tamim
Feeling good to be back to playing cricket: Tamim
Bangladesh ODI captain Tamim Iqbal said he is happy to be back to the field although only for practice after a long gap of five months.
Tamim Iqbal needs to wait for more to know his illness
Bangladesh ODI captain Tamim Iqbal returned home from London on Saturday. He went there to see a doctor about the severe intestinal pain he has been complaining about for a few weeks. But the batsman needs to wait for more to know details about his illness.
Tamim Iqbal leaves Dhaka for London for treatment
Bangladesh ODI captain cum most reliable opening batsman Tamim Iqbal left Dhaka for London via Dubai by an Emirates flight Saturday morning at for the treatment of his severe stomach pain.
Tamim, Mahmudullah, Mustafiz reject offers to play in CPL
Three Bangladeshi players -- ODI captain Tamim Iqbal, T20 captain Mahmudullah Riyad and bowling sensation Mustafizur Rahman--recently have recently turned down offers to play in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) beginning August 18.
Tamim stands beside 50 coaches in Chattogram
Newly appointed Bangladesh ODI captain and a bright son of the port city of Chattogram Tamim Iqbal continued his support to the people affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
In his latest initiative, Tamim stood beside 50 needy cricket coaches of his home town on Sunday.
Former national opening batsman Nafees Iqbal, who is also the elder brother of Tamim Iqbal, along with the officials of Chittagong Cricket Coaches Association (CCCA) handed over financial assistance to 50 local coaches Sunday evening.
CCCA president Saifullah Chowdury was also present on the occasion.
'I myself and Tamim learned cricket from these coaches when we used to go to field with our late father Iqbal Khan. I think it is duty of all the students to stand beside their teachers if required," Nafees said.
Tamim wanted to keep it (aid) within us but the coaches wanted to make this public thinking others might get inspired and come to their help," Nafees added.
Tamim, who was recently appointed as the national goodwill ambassador of World Food Programme (WFP), has made it a regular practice to help those struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Left handed opener Tamim Iqbal earlier also extended his helping hands to the sportspersons around the country who are struggling during the lockdown imposed by the government to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
Tamim provided financial support to 91 athletes from many disciplines including cycling, swimming, gymnast, football, cricket, kabaddi, wushu, and hockey. He also helped some coaches.
Tamim listed these athletes with the help his teammates and friends.
Tamim also coordinated the effort of the country's 27 top cricketers to donate their 15-day salary to the Prime Minister’s fund to help the poor during this pandemic. He also coordinated with Crickets Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) to raise funds for Corona virus victims.
All the sporting events are postponed in Bangladesh including cricket since last March and several thousands of sportsperson are now stuck at home.
Team will always come first: Tamim
Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal, who was given captaincy of the ODI side, said he would work hard to make sure that the team comes first.