Bangladesh legendary cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim has officially retired from One Day Internationals (ODIs). The wicketkeeper-batter, known for his dedication and consistency, shared that recent challenges made him realize it was time to step away from the format.
Mushfiqur Rahim Retirement Announcement
In an emotional Facebook post, the 37-year-old expressed gratitude for his journey in international cricket.
“I am announcing my retirement from the ODI format as of today. Alhamdulillah for everything. While our global achievements may have been limited, I have always given more than 100% with dedication and honesty every time I stepped onto the field,” he wrote.
He further added, “The last few weeks have been very challenging for me, and I have come to realize that this is my destiny. Lastly, I want to deeply thank my family, friends, and fans who have supported me throughout my 19-year cricketing career.”
Mushfiqur Rahim ODI Career: Stats & Achievements
Mushfiqur leaves behind a remarkable ODI career, finishing as Bangladesh’s second-highest run-scorer. Here’s a look at his impressive statistics:
- Matches Played: 274
- Total Runs: 7,795
- Batting Average: 36.42
- Centuries: 9
- Half-Centuries: 49
- Catches: 243
- Stumpings: 56
His ability to anchor the innings and his sharp wicketkeeping skills made him an invaluable part of the Bangladesh cricket team.
Struggles in the Champions Trophy 2025
Mushfiqur retirement comes after a disappointing performance in the ongoing Champions Trophy, where Bangladesh failed to secure a single victory.
- Against India: He was dismissed for a golden duck.
- Against New Zealand: He managed to score only 2 runs.
- Against Pakistan: The match was abandoned without a toss.
The team early exit from the tournament may have played a role in his decision to step away from ODIs.
A Career That Spanned Nearly Two Decades
Mushfiqur made his ODI debut in 2006, the same year he captained Bangladesh in the U19 World Cup.
- He scored his first ODI half-century against Zimbabwe.
- His second half-century played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s historic victory over India in the 2007 ODI World Cup.
In September 2022, Mushfiqur retired from T20Is to focus on ODIs and Test cricket. With ODIs now behind him, he is just six Tests away from becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to reach 100 Test matches.
What Next for Mushfiqur Rahim?
With his ODI career officially over, Mushfiqur will now focus solely on Test cricket. Given his experience and skill, he remains a crucial player for Bangladesh’s red-ball squad.
As one of the nation most dedicated and accomplished cricketers, his contributions to Bangladesh cricket will be remembered for years to come. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see how he performs in his final Test matches.
