'Inka Iqbal tamam ho chuka hai' - Fans react as Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal steps down from ODI captaincy

In a major development, Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal has made the tough decision to step down as the ODI captain. This decision has sent shockwaves through Bangladesh cricket and left fans and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) grappling with the unexpected turn of events. Tamim's decision to relinquish his captaincy role is compounded by his unfortunate sidelining from the upcoming Asia Cup 2023.

The 34-year-old opener's recurring back injury has been a persistent concern, and after seeking medical advice upon his return from England, it has become evident that his participation in the prestigious tournament is not possible. It's worth noting that Tamim is Bangladesh's leading run-scorer in international cricket, including ODIs.

Tamim's departure from the captaincy role is undoubtedly a significant blow to the team. Just last month, Tamim suddenly announced his retirement from international cricket. However, he came back after Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina intervened. During that period, the Bangladesh side suffered a shocking 2-1 defeat in the ODI series against Afghanistan at home.

Who will lead Bangladesh in the upcoming prestigious tournaments?

What adds to the intrigue is the timing of Tamim's decision, especially considering the proximity to the ODI World Cup. Fans and cricket pundits are left wondering about the factors that led to his sudden resignation. As the cricketing community speculates about Tamim's successor, names like star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, wicketkeeper-batsmen Litton Das, and Mushfiqur Rahim emerge as leading contenders.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board faces a momentous decision in appointing a new leader who can guide the team through the upcoming challenges. Tamim Iqbal's contributions to Bangladesh cricket have been immense, and his absence on the field will be keenly felt. Nevertheless, as the team gears up for the Asia Cup 2023 and the ODI World Cup, they must regroup and focus on finding a new direction under fresh leadership.

Here is how fans reacted to Tamim Iqbal's decision:

😂😂😂 unlucky, PM should be sad

— User45 (@140off113) August 3, 2023

Henceforth, Tamaam Iqbal.

— Indian Tintin (@IndianTintin_) August 3, 2023

This is funny as hell. Circus.

— M (@anngrypakiistan) August 3, 2023

Endia Politics

— TÕTALKÕHLÌ (@LoyalKohliFan1) August 3, 2023

An entire circus. First retired on his own, then gets called back by the Prime Minister.

And now, steps down from ODI captaincy, and is ruled out of Asia Cup due to injury 😐

What is happening!

— Caught At Point (@Caught_At_Point) August 3, 2023

Shouldn't have come back from retirement with such a dreadful injury

— Nahsin Khan 🇧🇩🇯🇵🇰🇷 (@khan_nahsin) August 3, 2023

He just took retirement right?

— Rahul Singh (@thebeginning_0) August 3, 2023

Madam Prime minister!!!

— `ash MSDian (@ashMSDIAN7) August 3, 2023

Advantage Bangladesh

— Rustu Gupta (@Rustu016) August 3, 2023

man get's retired, then Steps down as captain then gets injured HOW UNLUCKY HE IS 😭😭😭😭

— d (@deepakkk_15) August 3, 2023

man gets retire, then steps down as captain and then gets injured

— 👑JASH VEKARIYA 👑 (@Jashvekariya108) August 3, 2023