Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal regained consciousness and was speaking to family members after suffering a major heart attack during a domestic match, cricket officials told AFP on Tuesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 36-year-old was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club in a match of the 50-over Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League when he was rushed to a nearby hospital after severe chest pain on Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"He is now better. He talked to his family members and also walked briefly at the hospital," club official Tariqul Islam said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mohammedan physiotherapist Enamul Haque said Tamim was in a stable condition and would likely be transferred to another medical facility soon.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"We had to go to hospital quickly to save his life, and luckily we did that," Enamul told AFP.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tamim was in critical condition when he was rushed to hospital, Razeeb Hasan, the medical director at the facility where Tamim received treatment, told reporters on Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also said Tamim had to undergo surgery to implant stents to clear an artery blockage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
News of Tamim's health crisis saw an outpouring of support from the cricketing world.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Please pray that my brother Tamim recovers quickly and returns to the game!" long-time teammate Shakib Al Hasan wrote in a social media post.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tamim's heart attack came the same day as Shakib's 38th birthday, but the all-rounder said he was unable to enjoy the occasion because of the news.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh likewise offered his "prayers and wishes".<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"You've faced tough opponents before and come out stronger, this will be no different. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Stay strong," Yuvraj wrote on social media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tamim represented Bangladesh in 391 matches across formats between 2007 and 2023, and was their one-day captain.<\/p>\r\n\r\n