BPL 2026: Tragedy Strikes as Dhaka Capitals Assistant Coach Mehboob Ali Passes Away Before Match
Mehboob Ali passed away due to a heart attack during practice in Sylhet
Dhaka, Dec 27, 2025: Bad news marked the beginning of the Bangladesh Premier League. Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mehboob Ali fell ill on the field on the second day of the tournament. He suddenly collapsed during practice. He was rushed to the hospital, but doctors could not save him. Reports say he died of a heart attack.
At that time, preparations were underway for the match. There were only twenty minutes left before the Dhaka Capitals game. Mehboob Ali suddenly fell to the ground. He was taken to Al Harmain Hospital in Sylhet. According to franchise sources, he was still breathing while being taken in the ambulance.
Tragedy Before Dhaka Capitals’ Match
The Bangladesh Premier League started in Sylhet on December 26. On the second day, a match was scheduled between Rajshahi Warriors and Dhaka Capitals. Dhaka Capitals is a team that was once led by Kumar Sangakkara and Shakib Al Hasan. This tragic incident happened just before the team began its campaign.
Dhaka Capitals confirmed that Mehboob Ali collapsed on the field during practice. He was given CPR immediately and then taken to the hospital. Sadly, he could not be saved.
Dhaka Capitals shared a statement on social media saying, “It is with great sadness that we inform you that our beloved assistant coach has passed away after suffering a heart attack. We are deeply saddened by this irreparable loss.” Head coach Toby Radford said Mehboob Ali had been involved in team preparations until moments before the incident. Despite the tragedy, the match started on time.
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Q&A
Mehboob Ali was the assistant coach of Dhaka Capitals in the Bangladesh Premier League 2025.
Mehboob Ali collapsed during practice and passed away due to a heart attack.
The incident occurred on December 26, 2025, in Sylhet, Bangladesh, just before Dhaka Capitals’ BPL match.
Yes, the match against Rajshahi Warriors started on time despite the tragedy.
The team expressed deep sadness on social media, calling his loss irreparable and highlighting his contribution to the team.
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