The Bangladesh Cricket Board has confirmed that star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is expected to return during the second Test of the ongoing series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to start on 30 march. I
nitially omitted from the white-ball series against Sri Lanka and the previous series against New Zealand, Shakib’s presence in the Tests was always in question. But a sudden change of heart from the veteran has the crowd excited, with the veteran keen to return to the pitch at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium for the crucial encounter.
A BCB bigwig is optimistic for Shakib’s return as he shared, “We expect him to play the day night Test against Sri Lanka as he wants to play that game.
And left on the board might be a couple of days to get Carlos,” said the BCB concerned party. Shakib’s return offers a huge boost to the Bangladeshi side, as the Tigers will be without his wingman Mushfiqur Rahim after the latter fractured his thumb. The experienced cricketer last played in whites for his country in April 2023 during the Ireland tour.
In preparation for his international comeback, the legendary all-rounder has been keeping busy in the ongoing top-flight List A competition, Dhaka Premier League, playing for Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club. His participation in the grand event showcases his desire to make a come and during the ICC World Test Championship cycle.
