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Shakib Al Hasan announces retirement from T20Is – SUCH…

26 September 2024
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Shakib Al Hasan has announced that the Dhaka Test against South Africa in October will be his last, also confirming that he has played his final T20I for Bangladesh.

He made this statement to the media ahead of the Kanpur Test against India, indicating that his future international appearances will be limited to ODIs.

The series against South Africa remains uncertain, as Cricket South Africa has yet to grant security clearance following inspections of the venue earlier this week. This comes in the wake of unrest in Bangladesh during July and August, which resulted in the deaths of several hundred people.

Shakib was a member of parliament for the Awami League-led government, the target of the protests. Since the fall of the Awami League-led government on 5th August, Shakib has encountered complications and has not been in the country.

“I am available for the South Africa series but since there’s a lot happening back home, naturally not everything depends on me,” Shakib said. “I have discussed my plans about Test cricket with the BCB. Especially this series and the home series. I was thinking that it could be my last Test series.

“I have told [BCB president] Faruque bhai and the selectors. If there’s a chance and if I can play, my last Test will be in Mirpur. The board is trying to ensure that I can play and feel safe, at the same time that I can leave the country without a hitch.”

“I am a citizen of Bangladesh, so I shouldn’t have any problem going back to Bangladesh,” he said. “My concern is my safety and security in Bangladesh. My close friends and family members are concerned. I hope things are getting better. There should be a solution to it.”

Shakib has participated in every edition of the T20 World Cup since its inception in 2007 and concluded the 2024 edition as the tournament’s all-time leading wicket-taker, having taken 50 wickets. Shakib featured in 129 T20Is for Bangladesh and scored 2551 runs and took 149 wickets.

Having retired from the T20Is and set to retire from the longer format of the game soon, Shakib plans on playing the 2025 Champions Trophy as his last ODI assignment for Bangladesh.

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Shakib likely to play against South Africa despite legal…

24 September 2024
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Shakib Al Hasan’s participation in the upcoming home Test series against South Africa next month appears to be on track, barring any injury concerns or selection issues, according to a Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official.

The uncertainty around Shakib’s availability arose after a murder case was filed against him, linking him to the death of a garment worker during protests on August 5.

Shakib, a former Awami League lawmaker, is one of 146 individuals named in the case, which was filed at Dhaka’s Adabor Police Station on August 22.

Speaking to Mirpur reporters, BCB’s in-charge cricket operations, Shahriar Nafees, reassured that the interim government has made its stance clear. “I think the Hon’ble Chief Adviser, Hon’ble Law Adviser, and Hon’ble Sports Adviser have spoken very clearly regarding Shakib Al Hasan. There is a clear message from the Bangladesh government that no one will be harassed unfairly in the cases that have been filed”

Shahriar further noted that the final decision lies with the selectors. “Once the squad is announced, we’ll know who is in. As of now, I see no reason for Shakib not to play,” he added.

At present, Shakib is in Chennai with the national team, preparing for the second and final Test in Kanpur after a 280-run defeat to India in the opening match.

His participation in the upcoming game is uncertain due to a finger injury, which limited him to bowling 21 overs without taking a wicket.

Shakib is also dealing with an eye issue, visible as he was seen biting his helmet strap while batting, where he managed scores of 32 and 25 runs.

Following the conclusion of the India-Bangladesh Test series, South Africa is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on October 16. The first Test between Bangladesh and South Africa will begin on October 21 in Mirpur, followed by the second Test in Chattogram on October 29.

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WATCH: Shakib loses control, hurls ball at Rizwan |…

25 August 2024
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On the fifth day of the first Test against Pakistan at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan lost his composure.

The incident unfolded during the 33rd over of Pakistan’s second innings when Shakib, visibly frustrated, directed his anger at Mohammad Rizwan, who was batting with Abdullah Shafique.

Rizwan was taking an unusually long time to settle at the crease, disrupting Shakib’s rhythm. In response, Shakib threw the ball toward Rizwan, leaving the umpire visibly shocked.

Shakib Al Hasan, known for his on-field confrontations, added another incident to his record during the match. However, he soon realized his mistake and offered an apology to the umpire, who responded with a stern expression.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto approached the umpire to express concerns over Rizwan’s time-wasting, but the umpire appeared largely indifferent to the complaint.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Faruque Ahmed announced on Saturday that a decision about Shakib Al Hasan’s future will be made after the ongoing Test against Pakistan.

Shakib was implicated in a murder case filed on Thursday, August 22, by Rafiqul Islam, the father of Rubel, a garment factory worker who was killed on August 5 in Dhaka’s Adabor area.

In response to these grave allegations, Supreme Court lawyer Shajib Mahmood Alam sent a legal notice to the BCB on Saturday, representing Advocate Md Rafinur Rahman.

The notice demands Shakib’s immediate suspension from all forms of cricket, citing that his involvement in a criminal case disqualifies him from continuing in the national team according to International Cricket Council (ICC) regulations. The notice, as obtained by Cricbuzz, underscores the necessity of his removal in light of the serious charges against him.

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Uncertainty over Shakib’s Pakistan Tests inclusion – SUCH TV

8 August 2024
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Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials are still uncertain about including premier all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan in their upcoming two-Test series against Pakistan.

Shakib, who is currently participating in the Global T20 Canada, had previously shown interest in playing the Test series, which is set to begin on August 21 in Rawalpindi. He had planned to return to Bangladesh from the USA, where he had been playing in the Major League Cricket, following his NOC from the BCB until August 12.

However, Shakib’s situation has changed after he lost his parliamentary seat on August 6 due to the recent political unrest, which may delay his return to Bangladesh. This uncertainty could potentially affect his selection for the national team. Furthermore, there are concerns about Shakib’s readiness for Test cricket, given his recent continuous T20 matches since the home series against Zimbabwe in May.

According to media report, a BCB official mentioned that the initial concern was whether Shakib could travel to Bangladesh and then Pakistan, but now there are worries about his ability to handle the physical demands of Test cricket after playing T20s. The selectors have struggled to reach Shakib over the past week due to the unrest and are expected to consult with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and head coach Chandika Hathurusingha in the coming days before finalizing the squad.

The report further added that an 18-member preliminary squad has already been prepared, including Shakib and pacer Taskin Ahmed, but the final 15-member squad will be determined after discussions with the selection panel. Meanwhile, Cricket Operations In-charge Shahriar Nafees has stated that Shakib’s inclusion will depend on both his availability and his selection for the series.

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Uncertainty over Shakib’s Pakistan Tests inclusion – SUCH TV