Tamim Iqbal suffers heart attack on field, shifted to hospital

Former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal has been hospitalised after suffering a major heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match in Savar on Monday.

The 36-year-old cricketer, who was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club at BKSP, started feeling chest pain while on the field. He was quickly given medical help and taken to a nearby hospital for further tests.

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief physician Debashish Chowdhury shared details about his condition.

"He complained of chest pain and was taken to a nearby hospital, where he underwent an ECG," said Chowdhury. "There was a minor issue, and sometimes, it is difficult to assess the condition of the heart immediately," he said.

According to reports, some irregularities were detected during the first blood test. He was feeling uncomfortable and wanted to return to Dhaka. An ambulance was arranged, but when he was leaving the hospital and returning to the field, he experienced chest pain again. He was then taken back to the hospital, where it was confirmed that he had suffered a major heart attack. He is now under observation at Fazilatunnesa Hospital.

Doctors have started an emergency procedure to insert a stent in Tamim's heart to restore normal blood flow. His condition is being closely monitored, and he remains under medical observation.

Following the incident, several Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) directors are travelling to Savar to check on Tamim. The board meeting scheduled for Monday has also been postponed following the emergency.

Tamim, one of Bangladesh's greatest cricketers, retired from international cricket in 2023 but continued playing in domestic tournaments. His fans and the cricket community are eagerly waiting for updates on his health.