Bangladesh's Tamim Iqbal suffers heart attack in T20
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal is receiving emergency hospital care after suffering a heart attack in a domestic T20 game in Dhaka.
The 36-year-old opener, his country’s record ODI run-scorer, was captaining Mohammedan Sporting club in their Dhaka Premier League fixture against Shinepukur when he complained of chest pains after initially taking the field.
Plans to transport him in a helicopter were abandoned as his condition deteriorated and he was instead taken for immediate treatment at a closer facility.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.A statement from the Bangladesh Cricket Board read: “Tamim Iqbal Khan suffered a cardiac arrest this morning at the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan (BKSP).
“Tamim received immediate emergency medical treatment after being transferred to the nearby KPJ Specialised Hospital, where he underwent a successful angiogram procedure to address a blockage in one of the arteries of his heart.
“He is currently under close observation at the hospital’s coronary care unit.”
BCB president Faruque Ahmed, who has reportedly visited the batter in hospital after cancelling a board meeting, said: “We are very thankful to all the medics and specialists for their swift actions in this critical situation.
The outpouring of concern for Tamim reflects how much he is loved and appreciated by the nation.”
Originally published on AAP
