Mushfiqur Rahim: End of an era in Bangladesh's ODI Cricket
Mushfiqur Rahim: End of an era in Bangladesh's ODI Cricket
The 37-year-old wicketkeeper-batter, one of Bangladesh's most iconic cricketers, made the announcement on his official Facebook page, closing the curtain on a 19-year ODI career filled with historic milestones, match-winning performances, and unforgettable moments.
Mushfiqur Rahim announces ODI retirement
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Bangladesh’s finest ODI player’s career highlights
Mushfiqur leaves the format as Bangladesh’s most-capped ODI player, having played 274 matches—a testament to his longevity and resilience. In those games, he scored 7,795 runs at an average of 36.42 and a strike rate of 79.70, placing him second on Bangladesh’s all-time run charts behind Tamim Iqbal (8,357). With nine centuries and 49 fifties, Mushfiqur not only anchored Bangladesh’s batting lineup but often turned the tide of matches with his grit and determination.
One of his most memorable knocks came in the 2018 Asia Cup in Dubai, where his blistering 144 against Sri Lanka set the stage for a famous victory. It remains his highest ODI score and one of four centuries he scored in winning causes. His ability to rise to the occasion made him a dependable figure in Bangladesh’s middle order.
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Beyond his batting, Mushfiqur’s presence behind the stumps was unparalleled. His 297 dismissals (241 catches, 56 stumpings) make him Bangladesh’s greatest-ever wicketkeeper and the fifth-best overall in ODI history. Whether it was a lightning-fast stumping or a diving catch, Mushfiqur's glovework was as sharp as his cricketing mind.
Among his many records, he holds a unique distinction: the only Bangladeshi batter to be dismissed on 99 in ODIs. But even in heartbreak, Mushfiqur found triumph—he was named Player of the Match in that Asia Cup Super Four clash against Pakistan, where Bangladesh secured a 37-run victory in Abu Dhabi.
Known for his fiery spirit, relentless work ethic, and unyielding passion, Mushfiqur Rahim redefined the role of a wicketkeeper-batter in Bangladesh cricket. His departure from ODIs marks the end of an era, but his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
