Tamim set to face Shakib in Legends Ninety Cricket League
Tamim Iqbal (L) and Shakib Al Hasan during last BPL, BCB
Recently retired from international cricket, Tamim Iqbal is set to participate in the upcoming Legends Ninety Cricket League, a tournament featuring former international cricketers. The league will also see Tamim reunite with his long-time teammate Shakib Al Hasan, despite their well-documented strained relationship.
Tamim announced his second retirement during the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) amidst discussions about his inclusion in the Champions Trophy squad. This paved the way for his participation in the Legends League. He will play for the Big Boys Unikari team in the tournament, scheduled to be held in Raipur, India, in February.
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Meanwhile, Shakib has signed with the Dubai Giants for the same league. The seven-team competition will feature a face-off between Shakib and Tamim once again.
Strained Relationship Between Bangladesh’s Two Cricket Icons
Shakib and Tamim, two of the most prominent figures in Bangladesh cricket, have had a publicly strained relationship for years. Their rift came to light ahead of the 2023 Cricket World Cup and has been the subject of significant media attention.
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The last time the two legends faced each other was during the 2024 BPL. Notably, they avoided any interaction during the match, highlighting the ongoing tension between them.
