Mushfiqur Rahim Announces Retirement From ODI Cricket

Bangladesh’s veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim has officially retired from One Day Internationals (ODIs).

Retirement Announcement

Mushfiqur, who has been a key player for Bangladesh for years, shared the news on social media. He mentioned that the past week had been challenging for him and emphasized that he always played with honesty and dedication.

Final ICC ODI Tournament

The current Champions Trophy 2025 was the last time Mushfiqur played in an ICC ODI tournament. Bangladesh was eliminated during the league phase, and Mushfiqur performed poorly in both the games he participated in.

Career Highlights

  • ODI Debut: vs Zimbabwe in 2006
  • Total Matches Played: 274
  • Total Runs Scored: 7,795
  • Centuries: 9
  • Half-Centuries: 49
  • Catches Taken: 243
  • Stumpings: 56

Mushfiqur, at the age of 37, leaves behind a remarkable ODI career, having given so much to Bangladesh cricket. His retirement means the end of an era for Bangladesh's middle order and wicketkeeping ranks.