Mahmudullah Bids Farewell to T20 Internationals: A Memorable Journey

Mahmudullah, a veteran Bangladesh all-rounder, announced his retirement from T20 Internationals. His last appearance in the format will be against India. After debuting in 2007, Mahmudullah plans to focus on one-day games. His decision marks the team's second high-profile retirement on the ongoing India tour.

Veteran Bangladesh cricketer Mahmudullah has announced his retirement from T20 Internationals. He confirmed that his last game in the format will be against India in the ongoing series, saying it is the appropriate moment to make this shift for both himself and the team.

The 38-year-old made the announcement before the second T20I match against India, emphasizing his wish to focus on the 50-over format moving forward. This announcement marks a significant moment for Bangladesh cricket, coming amid a simultaneous retirement tour.

Mahmudullah, who debuted in 2007 and altered his batting strategy in 2016, has been a key player for Bangladesh, amassing 2395 runs in 139 T20I matches. His decision was communicated to key stakeholders prior to the series, and he aims to focus on the upcoming World Cup and Champions Trophy preparations.

(With inputs from agencies.)