Tamim Iqbal

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Tamim Iqbal Profile

Tamim Iqbal, born in Chittagong in 1989, stands as one of Bangladesh’s most iconic cricketers. With an international career spanning from 2007 to 2023, Tamim’s prowess at the crease is undeniable. Known for his elegant style, especially through the off-side, he’s often hailed as Bangladesh’s hardest hitter. His debut against Zimbabwe in 2007 marked the beginning of a journey filled with records and accolades. Not just limited to the national side, Tamim has showcased his talent in various leagues, including the IPL. His remarkable century at Lord’s in 2010 remains a testament to his skill and determination. As the younger brother of Nafis Iqbal and nephew of Akram Khan, cricket runs in his blood. Dive deeper to explore the legacy of Tamim Iqbal, a true gem of Bangladesh cricket.

Tamim Iqbal Stats

Tamim Iqbal Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	70	134	2	5134	206	38.89	8852	57.99	10	31	655	41	20	0
ODI	241	239	12	8313	158	36.62	10584	78.54	14	56	918	103	68	0
T20I	78	78	5	1758	103*	24.08	1503	116.96	1	7	188	45	18	0
FC	104	193	9	7945	334*	43.17	–	–	17	44	–	–	35	0
List A	298	296	17	10785	158	38.65	13223	81.56	22	66	–	–	86	0
T20	248	247	23	7188	141*	32.08	6003	119.74	4	46	743	217	77	0

Tamim Iqbal Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	70	5	30	20	0	–	–	–	4	–	0	0	0
ODI	241	2	6	13	0	–	–	–	13	–	0	0	0
T20I	78	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
FC	104	–	252	193	0	–	–	–	4.59	–	0	0	0
List A	298	–	12	19	0	–	–	–	9.5	–	0	0	0
T20	248	2	13	18	0	–	–	–	8.3	–	0	0	0

Tamim Iqbal Recent Matches

Match	Bat	Date	Ground	Format
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan	13	05-Jul-2023	Chattogram	ODI # 4615
Bangladesh vs Ireland	69	14-May-2023	Chelmsford	ODI # 4578
Bangladesh vs Ireland	7	12-May-2023	Chelmsford	ODI # 4577
Bangladesh vs Ireland	14	09-May-2023	Chelmsford	ODI # 4576
Bangladesh vs Ireland	21 & 31	04-Apr-2023	Mirpur	Test # 2501

Debut of Tamim Iqbal

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	New Zealand vs Bangladesh	January 04 – 06, 2008	Dunedin
ODI	Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh	February 09, 2007	Harare
T20I	Kenya vs Bangladesh	September 01, 2007	Nairobi (Gym)
FC	Sylhet Div vs Chittagong D	February 16 – 18, 2005	Chattogram
LIST A	Rajshahi Div vs Chittagong D	February 12, 2005	Bogra
T20	Kenya vs Bangladesh	September 01, 2007	Nairobi (Gym)

World Cup Performances – Early Days

Tamim Iqbal has been a consistent performer for Bangladesh in World Cup tournaments. In the 2007 World Cup, he played a pivotal role in Bangladesh’s historic win over India, scoring a crucial fifty. During the 2011 World Cup, he started with a promising 70 against India but couldn’t maintain the momentum throughout the tournament. In the 2015 World Cup, he played a significant knock of 95 against Scotland, aiding Bangladesh in chasing down a target of 319.

Notable Achievements

Tamim’s cricketing journey is adorned with several milestones. He was instrumental in Bangladesh’s Test wins against prominent teams like Sri Lanka, England, and Australia between 2016-2017. His ODI form has been exceptional, with three centuries and ten fifties in his last 24 innings, boasting an average close to 60.

Style of Play

Tamim is renowned for his aggressive batting style, especially in the off-side region. His ability to take on bowlers from the outset has made him a threat in the powerplay overs. His elegant cover drives and pull shots are a treat for cricket aficionados.

International Career

Making his debut in 2007, Tamim has been a stalwart for Bangladesh across all formats. His contributions in crucial matches have solidified his position as one of Bangladesh’s all-time greats.

Future Prospects

As of 2023, Tamim Iqbal continues to be in sublime form, and much is expected from him in the upcoming tournaments. His recent performances suggest that he still has a lot to offer to Bangladesh cricket.

Trivia

• Tamim was diagnosed with a grade one tear on his left knee in 2014 and underwent surgery in Australia.
• He stepped down as Bangladesh’s ODI captain in August 2023.

FAQs of Tamim Iqbal

Q1: When did Tamim Iqbal make his international debut for Bangladesh?

A: Tamim Iqbal made his ODI debut for Bangladesh against Zimbabwe on February 9, 2007. He quickly established himself as a key player, showcasing his aggressive batting style and ability to take on top bowlers.

Q2: How has Tamim Iqbal performed in the ICC World Cup tournaments?

A: Tamim Iqbal has been a consistent performer for Bangladesh in World Cup tournaments. In the 2007 edition, he played a pivotal role in Bangladesh’s historic win over India with a crucial fifty. He also showcased his talent in the 2011 and 2015 World Cups, scoring significant runs and aiding Bangladesh in crucial matches.

Q3: What are some notable achievements of Tamim Iqbal in international cricket?

A: Tamim Iqbal has been instrumental in Bangladesh’s Test wins against top teams like Sri Lanka, England, and Australia between 2016-2017. In ODIs, he has been in exceptional form, with three centuries and ten fifties in his last 24 innings, boasting an average close to 60.