Former Bangladesh cricketer Samiur Rahman dies aged 68

Samiur Rahman, who was a member of Bangladesh's first ODI team that played Pakistan in the 1986 Asia Cup, dies aged 68

The 68-year-old former national cricketer, BCB umpire, and match referee died this morning in Dhaka after suffering from a brain tumour that was diagnosed earlier this year.

Samiur was a talented right-arm seamer known for his ability to swing the ball. He was a member of Bangladesh's inaugural One-Day International (ODI) team, which played Pakistan in an Asia Cup match in Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, in 1986, and he also played in one more ODI for Bangladesh.

In 1982 and 1986, he represented his country in the ICC Trophy competitions. Samiur Rahman was a famous name in the Dhaka League, having played for Abahani Krira Chakra, Mohammedan Sporting Club, Bangladesh Biman, Kalabagan Krira Chakra, Azad Boys Club, and Brothers Union. In the National Cricket Championship, he represented Barisal District.

Samiur Rahman went on to become a BCB match referee after retiring as a player. Yousuf Rahman, his elder brother, is also a former Bangladesh cricketer. Aside from cricket, both brothers were top-tier basketball players in Bangladesh.