Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki, 59, passed away suddenly at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium just before his team’s Bangladesh Premier League match against Rajshahi Warriors. Despite immediate CPR efforts by team staff and medical personnel, Zaki was pronounced dead at Al Haramain Hospital. The match proceeded as scheduled, with a minute of silence observed in his honor.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board expressed deep sorrow over Zaki’s sudden demise, highlighting his role as the Specialist Pace Bowling Coach and Assistant Coach of Dhaka Capitals. Zaki, known for his contributions to fast bowling development in Bangladesh cricket, passed away around 1:00 PM in Sylhet. His dedication and impact on the sport were acknowledged with respect and gratitude.
Zaki’s unexpected collapse shocked those present, as he had not shown any signs of health issues beforehand. Players from various BPL teams, including Sylhet Titans, Noakhali Express, and Chattogram Royals, rushed to the hospital upon hearing the news. Zaki had gained recognition for his work with fast bowler Taskin Ahmed during the Men’s T20 World Cup in India in 2016.
A former fast bowler himself, Zaki had represented Comilla district in the National Cricket Championship and had played for Abahani Limited, a prominent club in the Dhaka Premier League.
