شكيب الحسن داخل أو خارج BAN vs AFG ODIs؟ يقول رئيس البنك المركزي البرازيلي “إنه متاح” وسط حالة من عدم اليقين

Shakib al Hasan’s participation in the ODI series against Afghanistan is still uncertain and even the all-rounder isn’t sure of his position. Amidst the confusion, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed has claimed that the veteran is “available”, pointing out that the team wasn’t decided yet. Bangladesh will take on Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series starting from November 6.

Will Shakib al Hasan play BAN vs AFG ODIs?

Despite announcing his plan to retire from Tests after a farewell game at home, Shakib al Hasan had decided to hold his ODI retirement until Champions Trophy in 2025. However, there was uncertainity over the all-rounder taking part in the Afghanistan series. Now, the BCB president has provided clarity on Shakib’s participation in the upcoming BAN vs AFG ODIs which will be held in Sharjah.

“Regarding Shakib Al Hasan, since the team has not been given yet, it means he is available, Faruque Ahmed told reporters, as per Daily Star.

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Ping pong game between Shakib al Hasan and BCB

Earlier, Shakib was asked about his participation in the series against Afghanistan, to which he had redirected the question to the BCB. The star has not returned to Bangladesh ever since the political upheaval and the violence that saw former PM Sheikh Hasina flee the country and an interim government being formed in the country.

“How I can tell (whether I will be playing the ODIs against Afghanistan or not) BCB should tell about it,” Shakib al Hasan had told Cricbuzz.

The cricketer-cum-politician, who was a part of the Awami League government, has a murder case lodged against him where he has been named alongside former PM Sheikh Hasina. It remains to be seen if Shakib will be a part of the ODIs.