Shock at the Dhaka Premier League: Tamim Iqbal's Health Scare Rocks Cricket Community
The cricket world was jolted on March 24, 2025, when Tamim Iqbal, one of Bangladesh’s most celebrated cricketers, was hospitalized after suffering a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match. The incident took place at the BKSP ground in Savar, where Tamim was playing for Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club.
While fielding in the first innings, Tamim reported sudden chest pain. Even though his spirits seemed high during the pre-match toss—as noted by BKSP’s chief cricket coach Montu Dutta—everything changed in a matter of minutes. Concerned about his discomfort, Tamim first visited a local facility for a quick check-up. When his symptoms failed to improve and actually worsened, urgent action was taken to transfer him to the better-equipped KPJ Specialised Hospital.
There, doctors quickly identified a heart attack and rushed Tamim for emergency angioplasty. The situation at the ground was tense; the Mohammedan team physio had to perform CPR, underscoring just how dire things became before he even reached a hospital bed. The plan to airlift Tamim was abandoned due to the severity of his condition, and doctors opted for immediate on-site treatment before moving him for specialized care.
After surgery, Tamim regained consciousness. He has been placed in the coronary care unit (CCU), where medical staff are keeping a close watch on him for at least 48 hours. Although his situation stabilized post-surgery, sources within his family and among hospital staff described his condition as critical, hinting at a tough road ahead for the cricket veteran.
Cricketing Achievements and the Long Road Ahead
Tamim’s stellar career is well-known: over 15,000 runs in international cricket, a national record of 25 centuries, and a legacy as a modern great in Bangladeshi sports. Just two months before this harrowing event, Tamim announced his retirement from international cricket—following his earlier, much-publicized decision to retire and then return before the 2023 ODI World Cup. His last outing in national colors came against New Zealand in September 2023 during a tough ODI series loss.
Teammates and opponents alike have expressed shock about Tamim’s heart attack. Those present during the match described a swift and well-coordinated response from medical staff. The quick actions—CPR at the ground, immediate hospitalization, and a successful angioplasty—meant that Tamim’s life was likely saved by mere minutes. Family members rushed to the hospital, and arrangements for his ongoing care have remained under their close supervision.
Right now, Tamim’s fans across Bangladesh and the global cricket community are holding their breath. Few expected a sports icon—especially not someone as dynamic and seemingly fit as Tamim Iqbal—to face such a medical emergency in the midst of a live match. The hope is that his fighting spirit on the cricket field now helps him win this toughest of battles off it.
