Tarique wishes Tamim’s speedy recovery

Dhaka, 24 Mar - BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday wished former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal’s speedy recovery as he suffered a heart attack.

In a post on his verified Facebook page, Tarique said, “Cricketer Tamim Iqbal, get well soon.”

The BNP leader also prayed to the Almighty Allah for his quick healing.

Tamim Iqbal was hospitalised after he suffered a heart attack during a Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match at the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan (BKSP) ground in Savar on Monday morning.

He regained consciousness after undergoing a stent procedure at a hospital in Savar.

While leading Mohammedan Sporting Club in a match against Shinepukur Cricket Club at BKSP, Tamim experienced chest pain shortly after the toss.

He was initially treated on the field and then rushed to the nearby KPJ Specialist Hospital, where a blockage in his heart was detected.

Tamim is currently under close monitoring in the hospital's Cardiac Care Unit (CCU).BSS