Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal, 36, regained consciousness after a major heart attack during a domestic match. He was leading Mohammedan Sporting Club when rushed to the hospital on Monday. The cricket community, including Shakib Al Hasan and Yuvraj Singh, expressed support. He is now stable, having undergone surgery to clear an artery blockage.
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