Wicketkeeper batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=litton+das" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Litton Das</a> has been appointed as the new T20I captain of Bangladesh ahead of their upcoming seven-match tour of the UAE and Pakistan in May and June 2025. Off-spinner Mahedi Hasan will serve as his deputy during the tour.
This announcement comes after Najmul Hossain Shanto stepped down from the T20I captaincy earlier this year in January.
Litton will lead the team first time in a regular role as he has previously led the team in one Test, seven ODIs and four T20Is. Notably, he captained the side during their 3-0 series win over West Indies last December when Shanto was out with a hamstring injury.
In an Instagram post by ICC, Najmul Abedin, Head coach for Bangladesh, said,&nbsp;"Litton Das will lead the side until the T20 World Cup next year. For Litton, experience has been an important factor. We don't have many experienced players in the current setup".
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Recently, Litton was sidelined from the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=pakistan+super+league" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pakistan Super League (PSL)</a> 2025 due to a finger injury he picked up during training. He has since recovered and is fit to lead the team.
In addition to the captaincy change, Bangladesh have recalled five players to their 16-member T20I squad, including Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, and Shoriful Islam. Hridoy returns after missing the West Indies tour due to injury, while Mustafizur had taken time off for personal reasons.
Meanwhile, some familiar names have been left out of the squad, including Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Ripon Mondol, and Taskin Ahmed.
Taskin is currently recovering from an ankle injury, and Mehidy&rsquo;s exclusion came as a surprise, as he had been part of the team&rsquo;s leadership group in recent months.
Bangladesh will begin their tour with two T20IS against the UAE in Sharjah on May 17 and 19. They will then head to Pakistan for a five-match T20I series, starting May 25 and ending June 3.
<h2>Bangladesh T20I Squad:</h2>
Litton Das (C), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan (VC), Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana, and Shoriful Islam.
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This announcement comes after Najmul Hossain Shanto stepped down from the T20I captaincy earlier this year in January. Litton will lead the team first time in a regular role Sports Cricket

Wicketkeeper batter Litton Das has been appointed as the new T20I captain of Bangladesh ahead of their upcoming seven-match tour of the UAE and Pakistan in May and June 2025. Off-spinner Mahedi Hasan will serve as his deputy during the tour. This announcement comes after Najmul Hossain Shanto stepped down from the T20I captaincy earlier this year in January. Litton will lead the team first time in a regular role as he has previously led the team in one Test, seven ODIs and four T20Is. Notably, he captained the side during their 3-0 series win over West Indies last December when Shanto was out with a hamstring injury. In an Instagram post by ICC, Najmul Abedin, Head coach for Bangladesh, said, "Litton Das will lead the side until the T20 World Cup next year. For Litton, experience has been an important factor. We don't have many experienced players in the current setup". View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Also Read | Indo-Pak War: PCB forced to postpone PSL 2025 after failing to crack deal with UAE Cricket – Report Recently, Litton was sidelined from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 due to a finger injury he picked up during training. He has since recovered and is fit to lead the team. In addition to the captaincy change, Bangladesh have recalled five players to their 16-member T20I squad, including Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, and Shoriful Islam. Hridoy returns after missing the West Indies tour due to injury, while Mustafizur had taken time off for personal reasons. Meanwhile, some familiar names have been left out of the squad, including Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Ripon Mondol, and Taskin Ahmed. Taskin is currently recovering from an ankle injury, and Mehidy’s exclusion came as a surprise, as he had been part of the team’s leadership group in recent months. Bangladesh will begin their tour with two T20IS against the UAE in Sharjah on May 17 and 19. They will then head to Pakistan for a five-match T20I series, starting May 25 and ending June 3. Bangladesh T20I Squad: Litton Das (C), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan (VC), Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana, and Shoriful Islam.

Bangladesh unveil Litton Das as new T20I captain for UAE and Pakistan series

Former Bangladesh cricket team skipper Tamim Iqbal suffered chest pain on Monday (Mar 24) during a local match in the country was rushed to hospital immediately. The batter was playing Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League when he suffered the pain while fielding.
Iqbal was playing for Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club a the BKSP-3 ground in Savar city in the 50-over match. A helicopter was flown in to carry Tamim out but was later shifted to nearby Fazilatunnesa Hospital, reported ESPNCricinfo quoting match referee Debabrata Paul.
Tamim took his own car to the hospital and was advised to visit another hospital via air ambulance. The airlift, however, couldn't happen because of the health situation and the batter returned to Fazilatunnesa Hospital.&nbsp;
He underwent tests and a blockage was discovered in his heart for which he underwent an emergency agioplasty.
"He was in good spirits during the toss," Montu Dutta, the BKSP chief cricket coach, told reporters in the afternoon. "When he felt sick, he left the field and took his own car to the hospital. The doctors there did not want to let him leave at the time, but Tamim left anyway and was arranging an air ambulance himself.&nbsp;For now, he is out of immediate danger and hope all Bangladesh cricket fans pray for him."
The doctors who treated the batter at the hospital also released a medical bulletin and said: "He returned to us in a critical condition. We can call it a heart attack, and we subsequently did an angiogram and angioplasty to remove the blockage. The medical procedure has gone smoothly. He is currently under observation. The swift coordination between the medical staff at BKSP and the hospital ensured Tamim was treated quickly."
Following the incident, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) cancelled a board meeting scheduld today. Tamim is known as one the best batters ever produced by Bangladesh and had recently announced his retirement in Janaury earlier this year.

Tamim Iqbal was playing for Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club a the BKSP-3 ground in Savar city in the 50-over match of Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League. Sports

Former Bangladesh cricket team skipper Tamim Iqbal suffered chest pain on Monday (Mar 24) during a local match in the country was rushed to hospital immediately. The batter was playing Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League when he suffered the pain while fielding. Iqbal was playing for Mohammedan Sporting Club against Shinepukur Cricket Club a the BKSP-3 ground in Savar city in the 50-over match. A helicopter was flown in to carry Tamim out but was later shifted to nearby Fazilatunnesa Hospital, reported ESPNCricinfo quoting match referee Debabrata Paul. Tamim took his own car to the hospital and was advised to visit another hospital via air ambulance. The airlift, however, couldn't happen because of the health situation and the batter returned to Fazilatunnesa Hospital. He underwent tests and a blockage was discovered in his heart for which he underwent an emergency agioplasty. "He was in good spirits during the toss," Montu Dutta, the BKSP chief cricket coach, told reporters in the afternoon. "When he felt sick, he left the field and took his own car to the hospital. The doctors there did not want to let him leave at the time, but Tamim left anyway and was arranging an air ambulance himself. For now, he is out of immediate danger and hope all Bangladesh cricket fans pray for him." The doctors who treated the batter at the hospital also released a medical bulletin and said: "He returned to us in a critical condition. We can call it a heart attack, and we subsequently did an angiogram and angioplasty to remove the blockage. The medical procedure has gone smoothly. He is currently under observation. The swift coordination between the medical staff at BKSP and the hospital ensured Tamim was treated quickly." Following the incident, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) cancelled a board meeting scheduld today. Tamim is known as one the best batters ever produced by Bangladesh and had recently announced his retirement in Janaury earlier this year.

Ex-Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal undergoes emergency surgery after suffering chest pain during local game

Bangladesh&rsquo;s veteran all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mahmudullah">Mahmudullah</a> has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning over 17 years. The 39-year-old made the announcement on social media, expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans who supported him throughout his journey.
&ldquo;I have decided to retire from international cricket,&rdquo; Mahmudullah posted on Facebook. &ldquo;I would like to thank all of my teammates, coaches &amp; especially my fans who have always supported me. A big thank you to my parents, my in-laws&mdash;especially my father-in-law&mdash;and most importantly, my brother Emdad Ullah, who has been my coach and mentor since childhood.&rdquo;
He also acknowledged his wife and children, calling them his 'support system through thick &amp; thin'. In a heartfelt message, he mentioned his son Raeid, who will miss seeing him in Bangladesh&rsquo;s red and green jersey.
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Mahmudullah&rsquo;s decision was not entirely unexpected. He had previously informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that he would not seek a central contract beyond February 2025. His retirement follows that of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mushfiqur-rahim" rel="dofollow">Mushfiqur Rahim</a>, as both cricketers faced scrutiny over their places in the national team after Bangladesh&rsquo;s qualification for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
<h2>A stellar career</h2>
A stalwart of Bangladesh cricket, Mahmudullah was a dependable middle-order batter and a handy off-spinner. He played 239 ODIs, 50 Tests, and 141 T20Is, playing crucial roles in numerous victories. He remains Bangladesh&rsquo;s fourth-highest run-getter in ODIs, amassing 5,689 runs at an average of 36.46, including four centuries&mdash;all in ICC tournaments.
Mahmudullah made history as Bangladesh&rsquo;s only cricketer to score three centuries in ODI World Cups. His back-to-back tons in the 2015 edition against England and New Zealand helped Bangladesh secure a historic quarterfinal spot. He added another century in the 2017 Champions Trophy against New Zealand and a fourth in the 2023 ODI World Cup against South Africa, further solidifying his legacy on the grandest stage.
His international journey began in 2007 as a lower-order all-rounder. A turning point came in the 2011 World Cup when he played a crucial role in Bangladesh&rsquo;s famous win over England. Over the years, he transformed into a key middle-order batter, producing memorable knocks, including his 223-run stand with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shakib-al-hasan">Shakib Al Hasan</a> against New Zealand in the 2017 Champions Trophy.
Mahmudullah retired from Test cricket in 2021 and T20Is in 2024. His departure marks the end of Bangladesh&rsquo;s golden generation, which included Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Mashrafe Mortaza.
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: The 39-year-old made the announcement on social media, expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans who supported him throughout his journey

Bangladesh’s veteran all-rounder Mahmudullah has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable career spanning over 17 years. The 39-year-old made the announcement on social media, expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans who supported him throughout his journey. “I have decided to retire from international cricket,” Mahmudullah posted on Facebook. “I would like to thank all of my teammates, coaches & especially my fans who have always supported me. A big thank you to my parents, my in-laws—especially my father-in-law—and most importantly, my brother Emdad Ullah, who has been my coach and mentor since childhood.” He also acknowledged his wife and children, calling them his 'support system through thick & thin'. In a heartfelt message, he mentioned his son Raeid, who will miss seeing him in Bangladesh’s red and green jersey. Also Read: PCB slashes 75% of player's match fee for National T20 Cup Mahmudullah’s decision was not entirely unexpected. He had previously informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that he would not seek a central contract beyond February 2025. His retirement follows that of Mushfiqur Rahim, as both cricketers faced scrutiny over their places in the national team after Bangladesh’s qualification for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. A stellar career A stalwart of Bangladesh cricket, Mahmudullah was a dependable middle-order batter and a handy off-spinner. He played 239 ODIs, 50 Tests, and 141 T20Is, playing crucial roles in numerous victories. He remains Bangladesh’s fourth-highest run-getter in ODIs, amassing 5,689 runs at an average of 36.46, including four centuries—all in ICC tournaments. Mahmudullah made history as Bangladesh’s only cricketer to score three centuries in ODI World Cups. His back-to-back tons in the 2015 edition against England and New Zealand helped Bangladesh secure a historic quarterfinal spot. He added another century in the 2017 Champions Trophy against New Zealand and a fourth in the 2023 ODI World Cup against South Africa, further solidifying his legacy on the grandest stage. His international journey began in 2007 as a lower-order all-rounder. A turning point came in the 2011 World Cup when he played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s famous win over England. Over the years, he transformed into a key middle-order batter, producing memorable knocks, including his 223-run stand with Shakib Al Hasan against New Zealand in the 2017 Champions Trophy. Mahmudullah retired from Test cricket in 2021 and T20Is in 2024. His departure marks the end of Bangladesh’s golden generation, which included Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Mashrafe Mortaza. (With inputs from agencies)

Veteran Bangladesh all-rounder Mahmudullah announces retirement from international cricket

Pakistan vs Bangladesh:&nbsp;Pakistan and Bangladesh play in Rawalpindi on Feb 27 in their last group match of the Champions Trophy. Both the teams have already been knocked out of the tournament after losing their first two games.
Pakistan lost their first match against New Zealand by 60 runs while they lost by six wickest in the second match against India. As for Bangladesh, they lost the first match against India by six wickets before losing by five wickets against New Zealand.
The game, which is set to be played n Feb 27 in Rawalpindi, has rain predicted to play a spoilsport. In the last match between Australia and South Africa, the game rain and ground conditions didn't let the toss happen as the two teams shared one-point each.
The game between Bangladesh and Pakistan, even if washed out, won't have any impact on the sgtanding or points of Group A with India and New Zealand already through the semis.
Both, Pakistan and Bangladesh would be hoping to get a game and finish off the rather disappointing tournament with a win to get some morale boost.
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Anothe match abandoned in Rawalpindi without a ball being bowled. What a shame! Pakistan and Bangladesh finish theri campaigns without a win but get one point each for this washout.
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Champions Trophy: Ravi Shastri&rsquo;s advice for drowning England after Afghanistan bashing
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/champions-trophy-2025-ibrahims-177-helps-afghanistan-knock-out-england-8759862" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">England&rsquo;s Champions Trophy 2025 hopes came down crashing</a>&nbsp;in Lahore on Wednesday (Feb 26) after Afghanistan shocked them for the second time in a 50-over ICC event by eight runs. The successive loss in their league stage meant England were knocked out of the tournament, leaving three teams from Group B fighting for the remaining two spots in the semis. Former India coach Ravi Shastri has some advice for the English Team.
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Champions Trophy 2025 - Who qualifies for semis from Group B? Does Afghanistan have a chance?
While the two teams from Group A &ndash; India and New Zealand have qualified for the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Champions Trophy 2025</a>&nbsp;semi-finals, the fight for the remaining two spots continues in the other group, with plenty happening since Wednesday's thriller between Afghanistan and England in Lahore.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/champions-trophy-2025-ibrahims-177-helps-afghanistan-knock-out-england-8759862" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">England is out of the semis race</a>, leaving three teams (Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan) for two positions in the final four. So, who makes it through? Can Afghanistan realise their dream, or would the Proteas and Aussies advance?
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PAK vs BAN Live score: still raining in Rawalpindi

It is still raining in Rawalpindi with no good signs available for cricket.

The weather continues to play spoilsport as the toss for this penultimate Group A fixture has been delayed.

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Defending champions and hosts Pakistan will look to end the Champions Tropjhy 2025 campaign on a high note as they face Bangladesh on Thursday (Feb 27). With both teams winless, it will be a perfect contest for either side to restore pride. With pride up for stake in the final group game between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Champions Trophy 2025, here are all the details of the contest.
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PAK vs BAN: Pakistan and Bangladesh are set to play their last group stage match in the Champions Trophy. Both the teams are already out after losing their first two games. Cricket Sports

Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Pakistan and Bangladesh play in Rawalpindi on Feb 27 in their last group match of the Champions Trophy. Both the teams have already been knocked out of the tournament after losing their first two games. Pakistan lost their first match against New Zealand by 60 runs while they lost by six wickest in the second match against India. As for Bangladesh, they lost the first match against India by six wickets before losing by five wickets against New Zealand. The game, which is set to be played n Feb 27 in Rawalpindi, has rain predicted to play a spoilsport. In the last match between Australia and South Africa, the game rain and ground conditions didn't let the toss happen as the two teams shared one-point each. The game between Bangladesh and Pakistan, even if washed out, won't have any impact on the sgtanding or points of Group A with India and New Zealand already through the semis. Both, Pakistan and Bangladesh would be hoping to get a game and finish off the rather disappointing tournament with a win to get some morale boost. Follow Pakistan vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy Live Cricket Match Score Updates Below:

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Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto hopes that the latest setback of an early exit from the Champions Trophy will bring some 'changes' in the batting unit. The statement comes after Bangladesh lost their second match of the ICC tournament on Feb 24 and were knocked out of the race for semis. They lost to New Zealand on Monday and had lost to India in the opening match on Feb 20.
"I have said it a lot of times in the past, but we [have] made the same mistakes over and over again," he said. "We have to focus on how we want to improve our batting. I hope after this tournament, we will make some changes as a batting unit, which will bring improvement in our batting."
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The skipper, however, clarified that by changes he doesn't mean chopping or changing of personnel but a change in intent.
"We have to be more responsible for the team when we go out to bat. We cannot keep chopping and changing [personnel]. We have to keep giving our existing resources more opportunities. I think we are taking it lightly. We have to be more responsible," added Shanto.
<h2>New Zealand, India through semis</h2>
Bangladesh had to win their remaining two games, against New Zealand and Pakistan on Feb 27, to have a shot at making it to the final four after losing against India.
The Bangla Tigers, however, failed to do so, and with their loss, hosts and defending champions Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament as well.
The match between Pakistan and Bangladesh on Feb 27 is nothing but a dead-rubber now.
The India vs New Zealand match on March 2 in Dubai, meanwhile, will decide which team will finish on top of Group A and face the second-placed team in Group B in the semi-final.

Champions Trophy: Bangladesh skipper Shanto, however, clarified that by changes he doesn't mean chopping or changing of personnel but a change in intent. Cricket Sports

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto hopes that the latest setback of an early exit from the Champions Trophy will bring some 'changes' in the batting unit. The statement comes after Bangladesh lost their second match of the ICC tournament on Feb 24 and were knocked out of the race for semis. They lost to New Zealand on Monday and had lost to India in the opening match on Feb 20. "I have said it a lot of times in the past, but we [have] made the same mistakes over and over again," he said. "We have to focus on how we want to improve our batting. I hope after this tournament, we will make some changes as a batting unit, which will bring improvement in our batting." Also Read: Kaif questions 'ICC money utilised wisely' by Pakistan amid poor ground facilities in Rawalpindi The skipper, however, clarified that by changes he doesn't mean chopping or changing of personnel but a change in intent. "We have to be more responsible for the team when we go out to bat. We cannot keep chopping and changing [personnel]. We have to keep giving our existing resources more opportunities. I think we are taking it lightly. We have to be more responsible," added Shanto. New Zealand, India through semis Bangladesh had to win their remaining two games, against New Zealand and Pakistan on Feb 27, to have a shot at making it to the final four after losing against India. The Bangla Tigers, however, failed to do so, and with their loss, hosts and defending champions Pakistan were knocked out of the tournament as well. The match between Pakistan and Bangladesh on Feb 27 is nothing but a dead-rubber now. The India vs New Zealand match on March 2 in Dubai, meanwhile, will decide which team will finish on top of Group A and face the second-placed team in Group B in the semi-final.

Champions Trophy: 'I hope after this...,' Bangladesh skipper Shanto slams batting unit after early exit

As Bangladesh gears up for the ICC <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy</a> 2025, the cricketing world watches with keen interest. With a squad that emphasises on fighting spirit more than star power, Bangladesh faces a formidable challenge in a group stacked with cricketing giants.
The absence of stalwarts like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shakib-al-hasan">Shakib Al Hasan</a> and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tamim-iqbal">Tamim Iqbal</a> marks the dawn of a new era for the team, with fresh faces and emerging talents tasked with carrying the nation&rsquo;s cricketing hopes. This analysis delves into the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that could shape Bangladesh's journey in this prestigious tournament.
<h2>Strengths</h2>
Experienced core: Bangladesh's backbone lies in its seasoned campaigners. The presence of veterans like Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah brings invaluable experience to the team. With 272 ODIs, Mushfiqur's ability to anchor the innings is a vital asset, while Mahmudullah's consistency and composure in the middle order provide stability.
Their combined leadership and tactical acumen will be essential in navigating high-pressure situations and guiding younger players on the global stage.
Strong pace attack: The pace department is spearheaded by Taskin Ahmed and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mustafizur-rahman" rel="dofollow">Mustafizur Rahman</a>, both of whom have proven track records. Taskin, having emerged as the leading wicket-taker in the latest Bangladesh Premier League with 25 scalps, offers sharp bounce and aggression.
Mustafizur&rsquo;s deceptive cutters and death-over expertise add a different dimension to the attack. Young talents like Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Nahid Rana provide depth, promising a well-rounded pace arsenal.
<h2>Weaknesses</h2>
Absence of key players: Missing Shakib Al Hasan due to suspension is a massive blow. His dual ability to control the game with both bat and ball has been pivotal for Bangladesh. Without Shakib, the middle order looks vulnerable, and the spin department lacks a proven match-winner.
Litton Das' omission, following a string of poor performances, leaves the top order without its aggressive opener. His absence could result in a more cautious start, potentially affecting Bangladesh&rsquo;s scoring momentum.
Batting inconsistency: The top-order inconsistency is a major concern. Players like Tanzid Hasan and Najmul Hossain Shanto have struggled to string together reliable scores, with averages below 30 in recent series.&nbsp;The lack of left-handed options beyond Soumya Sarkar makes the lineup predictable, allowing opposition bowlers to devise effective strategies.
<h2>Opportunities</h2>
Leadership of Najmul Hossain Shanto: Shanto's captaincy offers a fresh tactical outlook. His recent performances suggest a growing maturity, and leading the side in such a tournament provides an opportunity to build a resilient, unified team.&nbsp;A successful campaign could cement his role as a long-term leader for Bangladesh.
Emerging talents: Young players like Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Towhid Hridoy have shown immense promise in domestic circuits. Tanzid&rsquo;s impressive BPL season, where he scored 485 runs at an average of 44.09, highlights his potential.&nbsp;Tanzim Hasan Sakib, with 16 wickets in 9 BPL matches, has a golden opportunity to make his mark and secure his spot in the national setup.
<h2>Threats</h2>
Inexperience in high-stakes matches: While promising, the younger members of the squad lack experience in high-pressure international matches. This inexperience might lead to costly lapses in judgment, especially in crunch situations.&nbsp;The coaching staff needs to prepare the team mentally and tactically to withstand the rigors of the Champions Trophy.
Formidable group stage opponents: Bangladesh finds itself in a challenging group with India, Pakistan, and New Zealand&mdash;all teams with strong ICC tournament records. Recent series losses to teams like the West Indies and Afghanistan have exposed Bangladesh&rsquo;s vulnerabilities, particularly in chasing or setting competitive totals. Overcoming both the psychological and on-field challenges of facing such formidable opponents will be a tall task.
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
Bangladesh enters the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as underdogs, with a squad that emphasises resilience over raw power. The experienced core of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah provides a stabilising presence, while the pace attack led by Taskin and Mustafizur holds promise.
However, the absence of Shakib Al Hasan and Litton Das leaves significant gaps, and batting inconsistencies remain a pressing issue. If emerging talents like Tanzid Hasan and Towhid Hridoy can rise to the occasion, Bangladesh could spring a surprise or two.

Cricket, Sports: With a squad that emphasises on fighting spirit more than star power, Bangladesh faces a formidable challenge in a group stacked with cricketing giants

As Bangladesh gears up for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the cricketing world watches with keen interest. With a squad that emphasises on fighting spirit more than star power, Bangladesh faces a formidable challenge in a group stacked with cricketing giants. The absence of stalwarts like Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal marks the dawn of a new era for the team, with fresh faces and emerging talents tasked with carrying the nation’s cricketing hopes. This analysis delves into the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that could shape Bangladesh's journey in this prestigious tournament. Strengths Experienced core: Bangladesh's backbone lies in its seasoned campaigners. The presence of veterans like Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah brings invaluable experience to the team. With 272 ODIs, Mushfiqur's ability to anchor the innings is a vital asset, while Mahmudullah's consistency and composure in the middle order provide stability. Their combined leadership and tactical acumen will be essential in navigating high-pressure situations and guiding younger players on the global stage. Strong pace attack: The pace department is spearheaded by Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman, both of whom have proven track records. Taskin, having emerged as the leading wicket-taker in the latest Bangladesh Premier League with 25 scalps, offers sharp bounce and aggression. Mustafizur’s deceptive cutters and death-over expertise add a different dimension to the attack. Young talents like Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Nahid Rana provide depth, promising a well-rounded pace arsenal. Weaknesses Absence of key players: Missing Shakib Al Hasan due to suspension is a massive blow. His dual ability to control the game with both bat and ball has been pivotal for Bangladesh. Without Shakib, the middle order looks vulnerable, and the spin department lacks a proven match-winner. Litton Das' omission, following a string of poor performances, leaves the top order without its aggressive opener. His absence could result in a more cautious start, potentially affecting Bangladesh’s scoring momentum. Batting inconsistency: The top-order inconsistency is a major concern. Players like Tanzid Hasan and Najmul Hossain Shanto have struggled to string together reliable scores, with averages below 30 in recent series. The lack of left-handed options beyond Soumya Sarkar makes the lineup predictable, allowing opposition bowlers to devise effective strategies. Opportunities Leadership of Najmul Hossain Shanto: Shanto's captaincy offers a fresh tactical outlook. His recent performances suggest a growing maturity, and leading the side in such a tournament provides an opportunity to build a resilient, unified team. A successful campaign could cement his role as a long-term leader for Bangladesh. Emerging talents: Young players like Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Towhid Hridoy have shown immense promise in domestic circuits. Tanzid’s impressive BPL season, where he scored 485 runs at an average of 44.09, highlights his potential. Tanzim Hasan Sakib, with 16 wickets in 9 BPL matches, has a golden opportunity to make his mark and secure his spot in the national setup. Threats Inexperience in high-stakes matches: While promising, the younger members of the squad lack experience in high-pressure international matches. This inexperience might lead to costly lapses in judgment, especially in crunch situations. The coaching staff needs to prepare the team mentally and tactically to withstand the rigors of the Champions Trophy. Formidable group stage opponents: Bangladesh finds itself in a challenging group with India, Pakistan, and New Zealand—all teams with strong ICC tournament records. Recent series losses to teams like the West Indies and Afghanistan have exposed Bangladesh’s vulnerabilities, particularly in chasing or setting competitive totals. Overcoming both the psychological and on-field challenges of facing such formidable opponents will be a tall task. Conclusion Bangladesh enters the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as underdogs, with a squad that emphasises resilience over raw power. The experienced core of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah provides a stabilising presence, while the pace attack led by Taskin and Mustafizur holds promise. However, the absence of Shakib Al Hasan and Litton Das leaves significant gaps, and batting inconsistencies remain a pressing issue. If emerging talents like Tanzid Hasan and Towhid Hridoy can rise to the occasion, Bangladesh could spring a surprise or two.

SWOT analysis | Champions Trophy 2025: Underdogs with fighting spirit - Can Bangladesh overcome the odds?

Bangladesh skipper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/najmul-hossain-shanto">Najmul Hossain Shanto</a> says that his team is going to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy 2025</a> to "become champions". Shanto, however, acknowledged that all eight teams in the tournament are quality ones and have the ability to win. The Champions Trophy starts on February 19 and Bangladesh start their campaign on Feb 20 against neighbours India in Dubai, UAE.
<h2>'We can achieve our goal'</h2>
"We are going to the Champions Trophy to become champions," Shanto said as reported by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo.&nbsp;
"All eight teams deserve to be champions in this tournament. They are all quality teams. I believe our team has the ability. No one will feel extra pressure. Everyone genuinely wants (to become champions), and believes in their capabilities. We don't know what Allah has written in our fate. We are working hard and doing our best. I believe we can achieve our goal," he added.
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Bangladesh, however, will be without their premier all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shakib-al-hasan">Shakib Al Hasan</a> who has been suspended following the reporting of suspected action. Shanto seems to be over the fact and says: "It would have been great if he were here. This question has been answered many times. I don't think it's relevant to talk about this before a tournament."
Bangladesh's performance in ODIs has been sub-par - they have lost 24 of the 41 ODIs they have played since 2023, including their last series against West Indies in December 2024.
The team is missing some established names in Litton Das and Tamim Iqbal but Shanto remains confident about the 15-man squad selected for the tournament.
Bangladesh Full Squad for Champions Trophy 2025: Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, MD Mahmud Ullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossai Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana

Champions Trophy 2025: Bangladesh's performance in ODIs although has been sub-par - they have lost 24 of the 41 ODIs they have played since 2023, including their last series against WI. Cricket Sports

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto says that his team is going to the Champions Trophy 2025 to "become champions". Shanto, however, acknowledged that all eight teams in the tournament are quality ones and have the ability to win. The Champions Trophy starts on February 19 and Bangladesh start their campaign on Feb 20 against neighbours India in Dubai, UAE. 'We can achieve our goal' "We are going to the Champions Trophy to become champions," Shanto said as reported by cricket news website ESPNCricinfo. "All eight teams deserve to be champions in this tournament. They are all quality teams. I believe our team has the ability. No one will feel extra pressure. Everyone genuinely wants (to become champions), and believes in their capabilities. We don't know what Allah has written in our fate. We are working hard and doing our best. I believe we can achieve our goal," he added. Also Read: 'Why can't he...,' India coach Gambhir backs Gill to come good in Tests after stellar ODIs vs ENG Bangladesh, however, will be without their premier all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan who has been suspended following the reporting of suspected action. Shanto seems to be over the fact and says: "It would have been great if he were here. This question has been answered many times. I don't think it's relevant to talk about this before a tournament." Bangladesh's performance in ODIs has been sub-par - they have lost 24 of the 41 ODIs they have played since 2023, including their last series against West Indies in December 2024. The team is missing some established names in Litton Das and Tamim Iqbal but Shanto remains confident about the 15-man squad selected for the tournament. Bangladesh Full Squad for Champions Trophy 2025: Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, MD Mahmud Ullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossai Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana

2025 Champions Trophy: Skipper Shanto says Bangladesh 'going to tournament to become champions'

Shakib Al Hasan, a veteran Bangladesh cricketer, has failed his second bowling test in Chennai and subsequently found no place in the 15-man Champions Trophy squad.
Shakib faced suspension from top-flight and international cricket over a suspected bowling action earlier, failing to pass the second test undertaken at the Sri Ramachandra Centre for Sports Science in Chennai last month.
As a result, his suspension remains in place, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced in a statement.
"Consequently, the player's existing suspension from bowling in international cricket following the initial independent assessment at the testing centre of Loughborough University in the UK also remains in place. A successful reassessment is required for the bowling suspension to be lifted,&rdquo; the board statement read.
"While Shakib is currently unable to bowl, he is eligible to continue playing as a batsman in all forms of domestic and international cricket,&rdquo; it further stated.
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Shakib was reported for a suspect bowling action during a County game in September last year. The ECB conducted a bowling test at UK's Loughborough University late last year, which he failed, prompting the board to suspend him.&nbsp;
However, by clause 11.3 of the ICC's regulations for illegal bowling actions, the apex body recognised it and enforced his suspension across all cricket.
<h2>No Shakib in the CT squad</h2>
Despite BCB president Faruque Ahmed saying on Friday that he would like to have Shakib back in the ODI team for the Champions Trophy 2025, the left-handed all-rounder found no place in the final 15, announced on Sunday (Jan 12). Star keeper-batter Litton Das also failed to make the cut.
The Bangladesh squad comprises veteran cricketers Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah Riyad, and Mustafizur Rahman, alongside several emerging players. Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed made it to the 15, with all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz retaining his place.&nbsp;
Top-order batter Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the team.
<h3>Bangladesh&rsquo;s Champions Trophy Squad 2025 &ndash;</h3>
Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Shakib and Nahid Rana
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Bangladesh Squad for ICC Men&rsquo;s Champions Trophy 2025<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BCB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cricket?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChampionsTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChampionsTrophy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bangladesh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bangladesh</a> <a href="https://t.co/GtO9UtNihp">pic.twitter.com/GtO9UtNihp</a>
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Meanwhile, Bangladesh is placed in Group A with India, Pakistan and New Zealand, beginning their season against the Men in Blue on February 20 in Dubai.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, cricket: Bangladesh announced a strong Champions Trophy 2025 squad, with several veterans finding a place, but not Shakib Al Hasan, who failed his second bowling test.

Shakib Al Hasan, a veteran Bangladesh cricketer, has failed his second bowling test in Chennai and subsequently found no place in the 15-man Champions Trophy squad. Shakib faced suspension from top-flight and international cricket over a suspected bowling action earlier, failing to pass the second test undertaken at the Sri Ramachandra Centre for Sports Science in Chennai last month. As a result, his suspension remains in place, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced in a statement. "Consequently, the player's existing suspension from bowling in international cricket following the initial independent assessment at the testing centre of Loughborough University in the UK also remains in place. A successful reassessment is required for the bowling suspension to be lifted,” the board statement read. "While Shakib is currently unable to bowl, he is eligible to continue playing as a batsman in all forms of domestic and international cricket,” it further stated. Also read | Jasprit Bumrah to miss Champions Trophy 2025 group stage - Report Shakib was reported for a suspect bowling action during a County game in September last year. The ECB conducted a bowling test at UK's Loughborough University late last year, which he failed, prompting the board to suspend him. However, by clause 11.3 of the ICC's regulations for illegal bowling actions, the apex body recognised it and enforced his suspension across all cricket. No Shakib in the CT squad Despite BCB president Faruque Ahmed saying on Friday that he would like to have Shakib back in the ODI team for the Champions Trophy 2025, the left-handed all-rounder found no place in the final 15, announced on Sunday (Jan 12). Star keeper-batter Litton Das also failed to make the cut. The Bangladesh squad comprises veteran cricketers Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah Riyad, and Mustafizur Rahman, alongside several emerging players. Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed made it to the 15, with all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz retaining his place. Top-order batter Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the team. Bangladesh’s Champions Trophy Squad 2025 – Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Shakib and Nahid Rana Bangladesh Squad for ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025#BCB #Cricket #ChampionsTrophy #Bangladesh pic.twitter.com/GtO9UtNihp — Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) January 12, 2025 Meanwhile, Bangladesh is placed in Group A with India, Pakistan and New Zealand, beginning their season against the Men in Blue on February 20 in Dubai. (With inputs from agencies)

Suspended Shakib finds no place in Bangladesh Champions Trophy squad

Bangladesh batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tamim-iqbal" rel="dofollow">Tamim Iqbal</a> has announced his retirement from international cricket. This is the second time Iqbal has called time on his career after doing it first in July 2023, only to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tamim-iqbal-reverses-retirement-decision-after-meeting-with-pm-sheikh-hasina-613128" rel="dofollow">reverse the decision</a> 24 hours later. This time, his decision comes as Bangladesh are mulling their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/2025-champions-trophy" rel="dofollow">2025 Champions Trophy</a> squad. Iqbal last played for Bangladesh in September 2023.
<h2>My Chapter is Over, says Tamim Iqbal</h2>
"I have been away from international cricket for a long time," Iqbal wrote on Facebook. "That distance will remain. My chapter in international cricket is over. I have been thinking about this for a long time. Now that a big event like the Champions Trophy is coming up, I do not want to be the focus of anyone's attention, which could lead to the team losing their focus. Of course, I did not want this to happen before, too.&nbsp;
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"Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto sincerely asked me to return to the team. There were discussions with the selection committee too. I am grateful to them for still considering me in the team. However, I have listened to my own heart," he added.
Tamim, with 15,192 runs, is the second-highest run-scorer for Bangladesh in all international cricket, behind Mushfiqur Rahim.
Tamim played 70 Tests for Bangladesh, scoring 5,134 runs at an average of almost 39. He also managed to score 10 Test tons and 31 fifties, with a highest score of 206.
In ODIs, Tamim played 243 matches and scored 8,357 runs - the most for the country - at an average of 36.65. He hit 14 tons in ODIs and 56 fifties with a highest score of 158.
In T20Is, Tamim showed for his country in 78 matches and scored 1,758 runs at a strike rate of 117 and a highest of 103 not out. He's the only Bangladesh batter to score a hundred in the shortest format.

Tamim Iqbal has retired again - He first did it in July 2023 but reversed it just 24 hours later. The decision comes as Bangladesh mull their 2025 Champions Trophy team. Sports Cricket

Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal has announced his retirement from international cricket. This is the second time Iqbal has called time on his career after doing it first in July 2023, only to reverse the decision 24 hours later. This time, his decision comes as Bangladesh are mulling their 2025 Champions Trophy squad. Iqbal last played for Bangladesh in September 2023. My Chapter is Over, says Tamim Iqbal "I have been away from international cricket for a long time," Iqbal wrote on Facebook. "That distance will remain. My chapter in international cricket is over. I have been thinking about this for a long time. Now that a big event like the Champions Trophy is coming up, I do not want to be the focus of anyone's attention, which could lead to the team losing their focus. Of course, I did not want this to happen before, too. Also Read: Indian quick Varun Aaron hangs boots from all representative cricket "Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto sincerely asked me to return to the team. There were discussions with the selection committee too. I am grateful to them for still considering me in the team. However, I have listened to my own heart," he added. Tamim, with 15,192 runs, is the second-highest run-scorer for Bangladesh in all international cricket, behind Mushfiqur Rahim. Tamim played 70 Tests for Bangladesh, scoring 5,134 runs at an average of almost 39. He also managed to score 10 Test tons and 31 fifties, with a highest score of 206. In ODIs, Tamim played 243 matches and scored 8,357 runs - the most for the country - at an average of 36.65. He hit 14 tons in ODIs and 56 fifties with a highest score of 158. In T20Is, Tamim showed for his country in 78 matches and scored 1,758 runs at a strike rate of 117 and a highest of 103 not out. He's the only Bangladesh batter to score a hundred in the shortest format.

Ex-Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal retires ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy

India pace sensation Mayank Yadav impressed everyone on his T20I debut during the first game of the three-match series against Bangladesh on Sunday (Oct 6). Mayank finished with 1/21 in four overs and was fast enough to trouble the batters, as was evident by the maiden first over he bowled on his debut.

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, however, said after the match: "We have some similar fast bowlers in the nets. I don’t think ..we were too worried about (Mayank Yadav). But he is a good bowler."

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India had bowled out Bangladesh for 127 runs before achieving the target in 11.5 overs to go 1-0 in the series.

Yadav, who lit up IPL 2024 with his pace in the four matches he had played, was playing in his first competitive match after the injury in the T20 league.

He also credited his IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and now India bowling coach Morne Morkel for his development as a player.

"It has been comfortable, hung with him for last three years. He knows me, I know him. It is easy for me to work with him. He knows what things are better for me and where I need to work," Mayank said about his equation with Morkel in a video shared by the BCCI.

Yadav also created history on debut as he bowled his first over a maiden - becoming only the third Indian bowler ever to do so.

Before Mayank, Arshdeep Singh and current BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar had bowled their first over as maiden on T20I debut. Mayank also lived up to the expectation in the match, bowling well in north of 140 km/h.

The second T20I of the series is scheduled to be played on Wednesday (Oct 9) in New Delhi.

India pace sensation Mayank Yadav impressed everyone on his T20I debut during the first game of the three-match series against Bangladesh on Sunday (Oct 6). Mayank finished with 1/21 in four overs and was fast enough to trouble the batters, as was evident by the maiden first over he bowled on his debut.

India pace sensation Mayank Yadav impressed everyone on his T20I debut during the first game of the three-match series against Bangladesh on Sunday (Oct 6). Mayank finished with 1/21 in four overs and was fast enough to trouble the batters, as was evident by the maiden first over he bowled on his debut. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, however, said after the match: "We have some similar fast bowlers in the nets. I don’t think ..we were too worried about (Mayank Yadav). But he is a good bowler." Also Read: 'Would drop him...,' former India batter Akash Chopra's warning Sanju Samson after Gwalior T20I vs Bangladesh India had bowled out Bangladesh for 127 runs before achieving the target in 11.5 overs to go 1-0 in the series. Yadav, who lit up IPL 2024 with his pace in the four matches he had played, was playing in his first competitive match after the injury in the T20 league. He also credited his IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and now India bowling coach Morne Morkel for his development as a player. "It has been comfortable, hung with him for last three years. He knows me, I know him. It is easy for me to work with him. He knows what things are better for me and where I need to work," Mayank said about his equation with Morkel in a video shared by the BCCI. Yadav also created history on debut as he bowled his first over a maiden - becoming only the third Indian bowler ever to do so. Before Mayank, Arshdeep Singh and current BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar had bowled their first over as maiden on T20I debut. Mayank also lived up to the expectation in the match, bowling well in north of 140 km/h. The second T20I of the series is scheduled to be played on Wednesday (Oct 9) in New Delhi.

'Have similar fast bowlers in nets,' says Bangladesh skipper Najmul Shanto about India pacer Mayank Yadav

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has announced that he has retired from T20Is and will play his last Test against South Africa next month at home. Shakib made the statement ahead of the second Test against India in Kanpur which starts Friday (Sep 27).

Shakib last played in T20Is for Bangladesh during the T20 World Cup 2024 in June. The Test series against South Africa is still tentative though with the visitors still sitting on the security clearance after inspecting the venues. This comes amid the unrest in Bangladesh in July-August which saw Awami League-led government being overthrown in protests. &nbsp;A lot of people had died in the protests&nbsp;against the government.

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"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 was a Member of Parliament (MP) of Sheikh Hasina-led party and has faced complications since, including being named in an FIR for murder.

With retirement from Tests and T20Is, the ODIs are going to be the only format Shakib will continue to play for Bangladesh.&nbsp;

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has announced that he has retired from T20Is and will play his last Test against South Africa next month at home. Shakib made the statement ahead of the second Test against India in Kanpur which starts Friday (Sep 27).

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has announced that he has retired from T20Is and will play his last Test against South Africa next month at home. Shakib made the statement ahead of the second Test against India in Kanpur which starts Friday (Sep 27). Shakib last played in T20Is for Bangladesh during the T20 World Cup 2024 in June. The Test series against South Africa is still tentative though with the visitors still sitting on the security clearance after inspecting the venues. This comes amid the unrest in Bangladesh in July-August which saw Awami League-led government being overthrown in protests. A lot of people had died in the protests against the government. Also Read: Women's T20 World Cup 2024: India's full schedule, match timings, squad - All you need to know "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 was a Member of Parliament (MP) of Sheikh Hasina-led party and has faced complications since, including being named in an FIR for murder. With retirement from Tests and T20Is, the ODIs are going to be the only format Shakib will continue to play for Bangladesh.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan retires from T20Is, hopeful of playing last Test at home next month

Former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif has hit out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairmen for 'destroying the team.' The comments come after 0-2 Test series loss against Bangladesh at home.

"Whoever became the chairman in the last four years has demolished Pakistan cricket," said Latif on his show 'Caught Behind.'

"Who brought him (Shan Masood) as (Test) captain? Who removed Babar Azam (from captaincy)? Who divided the Pakistan team?" Latif continued. "So what is he doing at this juncture? Giving interviews?"

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"Whose responsibility is it to make the team - Ashraf or Misbah's, asked the former Pak cricketer, questioning the role of Misbah-ul-Haq as an adviser to Ashraf and head of a cricket committee.

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"When he (Ashraf) was doing everything, making team and appointing captains, who is he blaming then - Babar?" Latif further said. "You forcibly made Babar resign. The team started disintegrating from there itself. It was you who made Shan the captain for your own benefit, to break the team. So your team is broken now," added Latif.

Pakistan cricket is in turmoil ever since failing to qualify for the ODI World Cup 2023 semifinals. Babar Azam was removed from captaincy across formats, and Shan Masood was named his replacement in Tests along with Shaheen Shah Afridi in T20Is.

The changes, however, didn't work any wonder as Pakistan lost both Test and T20I series in Australia, forcing another change which saw Babar return to captaincy in the shortest format.

The chairmen kept changing as well, while all this drama happened in Pakistan cricket before Mohsin Naqvi was elected.

All of this comes at a time when Pakistan are gearing up to host ICC Champions Trophy early next year. It'll be their first ICC tournament since jointly hosting 1996 ODI World Cup with India and Sri Lanka.

Former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif has hit out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairmen for 'destroying the team.' The comments come after 0-2 Test series loss against Bangladesh at home.

Former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif has hit out at Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairmen for 'destroying the team.' The comments come after 0-2 Test series loss against Bangladesh at home. "Whoever became the chairman in the last four years has demolished Pakistan cricket," said Latif on his show 'Caught Behind.' "Who brought him (Shan Masood) as (Test) captain? Who removed Babar Azam (from captaincy)? Who divided the Pakistan team?" Latif continued. "So what is he doing at this juncture? Giving interviews?" Thank You Zaka Ashraf Saheb #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/GO8NjvPSPT — Rashid Latif | 🇵🇰 (@iRashidLatif68) September 3, 2024 × "Whose responsibility is it to make the team - Ashraf or Misbah's, asked the former Pak cricketer, questioning the role of Misbah-ul-Haq as an adviser to Ashraf and head of a cricket committee. Also Read: Border-Gavaskar Trophy: India will make Australia run in their own backyard, claims former BCCI chief selector "When he (Ashraf) was doing everything, making team and appointing captains, who is he blaming then - Babar?" Latif further said. "You forcibly made Babar resign. The team started disintegrating from there itself. It was you who made Shan the captain for your own benefit, to break the team. So your team is broken now," added Latif. Pakistan cricket is in turmoil ever since failing to qualify for the ODI World Cup 2023 semifinals. Babar Azam was removed from captaincy across formats, and Shan Masood was named his replacement in Tests along with Shaheen Shah Afridi in T20Is. The changes, however, didn't work any wonder as Pakistan lost both Test and T20I series in Australia, forcing another change which saw Babar return to captaincy in the shortest format. The chairmen kept changing as well, while all this drama happened in Pakistan cricket before Mohsin Naqvi was elected. All of this comes at a time when Pakistan are gearing up to host ICC Champions Trophy early next year. It'll be their first ICC tournament since jointly hosting 1996 ODI World Cup with India and Sri Lanka.

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Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood says that they have to get their fitness better in order to compete in the red-ball cricket. The comments come as Pakistan lost both the Tests against Bangladesh at home. Pakistan lost the first Test by 10 wickets and the second by six wickets, losing the series 2-0.

"The harsh realities are that as a Test-playing nation, we need to get fitter. We need to have that mental and physical ability to last five days. And to last a series, which can be 10 to 15 days. So, that's the challenge that we have a month now before England, and once we get to England, it's going to be a really busy season domestically and internationally. So the boys have to pull their socks up and come back with their best," said the skipper after loss in second Test on Tuesday (Sep 3).

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Pakistan, after losing the first Test, dropped Nasim Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi for the second Test and were criticised for the decision.

"We can't be harsh on them because they're playing all three formats. If Shaheen has played consistently for a year, you can't just throw them in every game. And you have to build up your stocks as well. So we've got a lot to look at," said Masood.&nbsp;

Masood also acknowledged the team's failure but said that they are 'heading in&nbsp;the right direction.'

"You always learn from your mistakes. And you try and give people a chance. And I think that we're heading in the right direction; we have been consistent with selection. We had Khurram, Muhammad Ali Daisy, and Mir Hamza play this test series. We went, uh, trying to keep consistency with red ball performances as well. We've got Shaheen and Nasim back in the fold as well," said Masood.

Pakistan next face England in a home Test series.&nbsp;

Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood says that they have to get their fitness better in order to compete in the red-ball cricket. The comments come as Pakistan lost both the Tests against Bangladesh at home.

Pakistan Test skipper Shan Masood says that they have to get their fitness better in order to compete in the red-ball cricket. The comments come as Pakistan lost both the Tests against Bangladesh at home. Pakistan lost the first Test by 10 wickets and the second by six wickets, losing the series 2-0. "The harsh realities are that as a Test-playing nation, we need to get fitter. We need to have that mental and physical ability to last five days. And to last a series, which can be 10 to 15 days. So, that's the challenge that we have a month now before England, and once we get to England, it's going to be a really busy season domestically and internationally. So the boys have to pull their socks up and come back with their best," said the skipper after loss in second Test on Tuesday (Sep 3). Also Read: 'Going to stop...,' India skipper Rohit Sharma offers update on retirement Pakistan, after losing the first Test, dropped Nasim Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi for the second Test and were criticised for the decision. "We can't be harsh on them because they're playing all three formats. If Shaheen has played consistently for a year, you can't just throw them in every game. And you have to build up your stocks as well. So we've got a lot to look at," said Masood. Masood also acknowledged the team's failure but said that they are 'heading in the right direction.' "You always learn from your mistakes. And you try and give people a chance. And I think that we're heading in the right direction; we have been consistent with selection. We had Khurram, Muhammad Ali Daisy, and Mir Hamza play this test series. We went, uh, trying to keep consistency with red ball performances as well. We've got Shaheen and Nasim back in the fold as well," said Masood. Pakistan next face England in a home Test series.

'Heading in the right direction,' says Pak Test skipper Shan Masood after series loss against Bangladesh

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reprimanded both Pakistan and Bangladesh for slow over rate in the recently concluded Rawalpindi Test. Both the teams have been fined match fee and docked World Test Championship (WTC) points as well.

Pakistan were found six overs short while Bangladesh were three overs short. The home team was fined 30 percent match fee along with six WTC points. Bangladesh, on the other hand, were fined 15 percent match fee and three WTC points.

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The fines and point-deduction were in accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences, players are fined five percent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time.&nbsp;

In addition, as per Article 16.11.2 of the ICC World Test Championship playing conditions, a side is penalised one point for each over short. The offences and sanctions were approved by match referee Ranjan Madugalle and were accepted by both, Nazmul Hossain Shanto and Shan Masood.

As for the match, Pakistan lost the Test by 10 wickets on day 5. This was their first 10-wicket loss at home and Bangladesh's first Test win over them.

Addressing the media after his country’s first loss to Bangladesh in Tests, Masood admitted his team made plenty of mistakes during the first four days, with the bowlers failing to capitalise with the second new ball hurting them more.

"As a team, we made many mistakes over the four days, and Bangladesh were worthy winners," Masood said during the media chat.&nbsp;

"They were very disciplined in their batting. We gave them a few chances as well when Mehidy and Mushfiqur [Rahim] were playing. As a bowling unit, where we lost the game was the second new ball. That's where we could have imposed ourselves on the game and let ourselves down,” he added.&nbsp;

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reprimanded both Pakistan and Bangladesh for slow over rate in the recently concluded Rawalpindi Test. Both the teams have been fined match fee and docked World Test Championship (WTC) points as well.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reprimanded both Pakistan and Bangladesh for slow over rate in the recently concluded Rawalpindi Test. Both the teams have been fined match fee and docked World Test Championship (WTC) points as well. Pakistan were found six overs short while Bangladesh were three overs short. The home team was fined 30 percent match fee along with six WTC points. Bangladesh, on the other hand, were fined 15 percent match fee and three WTC points. Also Read: 'Off the field things...,' Sanjay Bangar on Virat Kohli stepping down as India Test skipper The fines and point-deduction were in accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences, players are fined five percent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time. In addition, as per Article 16.11.2 of the ICC World Test Championship playing conditions, a side is penalised one point for each over short. The offences and sanctions were approved by match referee Ranjan Madugalle and were accepted by both, Nazmul Hossain Shanto and Shan Masood. As for the match, Pakistan lost the Test by 10 wickets on day 5. This was their first 10-wicket loss at home and Bangladesh's first Test win over them. Addressing the media after his country’s first loss to Bangladesh in Tests, Masood admitted his team made plenty of mistakes during the first four days, with the bowlers failing to capitalise with the second new ball hurting them more. "As a team, we made many mistakes over the four days, and Bangladesh were worthy winners," Masood said during the media chat. "They were very disciplined in their batting. We gave them a few chances as well when Mehidy and Mushfiqur [Rahim] were playing. As a bowling unit, where we lost the game was the second new ball. That's where we could have imposed ourselves on the game and let ourselves down,” he added.

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Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is in legal trouble following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government. Shakib is named as one of the 146 people in an FIR in an alleged murder case which took place during the protest.

According to a report in the cricket news outlet Cricbuzz, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been served a notice to remove Shakib from national team. The notice has cited ICC's rule, according to which a player named in a criminal case can not represent the national team.

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It is to be noted that Shakib was a Member of Parliament (MP) in Bangladesh, representing the ousted Hasina government's party.

BCB chief Faruque Ahmed, meanwhile, has said that a decision on the same will be taken after the first Test against Pakistan, which ended on Sunday (Aug 25).

"Let me say about Shakib. A case has been lodged. We are yet to get any legal notice. FIR (first information letter) was given in the case and later there will be an investigation and following that, the case will move in one direction or the other," Faruque told reporters following the meeting with BCB directors.

"Look, the FIR is just the first information letter and they are yet to claim any charge as far as I know, so before that, it is difficult to take a decision. The relationship between BCB and Shakib Al Hasan is like a player and an employer according to the contract. After tomorrow, we can think exactly after getting the legal notice and based on that. I cannot withdraw him from the middle of the Test match," he said.

"The second Test match is from August 30, so there is a gap between the games. During this period, we can think about what can be done in this regard," he added.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, beat Pakistan by 10 wickets on Sunday for their first Test victory against them.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is in legal trouble following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government. Shakib is named as one of the 146 people in an FIR in an alleged murder case which took place during the protest.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is in legal trouble following the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina government. Shakib is named as one of the 146 people in an FIR in an alleged murder case which took place during the protest. According to a report in the cricket news outlet Cricbuzz, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been served a notice to remove Shakib from national team. The notice has cited ICC's rule, according to which a player named in a criminal case can not represent the national team. Also Watch: PAK vs BAN, 1st Test: Shakib throws ball at Rizwan in anger, gets scolded by umpire It is to be noted that Shakib was a Member of Parliament (MP) in Bangladesh, representing the ousted Hasina government's party. BCB chief Faruque Ahmed, meanwhile, has said that a decision on the same will be taken after the first Test against Pakistan, which ended on Sunday (Aug 25). "Let me say about Shakib. A case has been lodged. We are yet to get any legal notice. FIR (first information letter) was given in the case and later there will be an investigation and following that, the case will move in one direction or the other," Faruque told reporters following the meeting with BCB directors. "Look, the FIR is just the first information letter and they are yet to claim any charge as far as I know, so before that, it is difficult to take a decision. The relationship between BCB and Shakib Al Hasan is like a player and an employer according to the contract. After tomorrow, we can think exactly after getting the legal notice and based on that. I cannot withdraw him from the middle of the Test match," he said. "The second Test match is from August 30, so there is a gap between the games. During this period, we can think about what can be done in this regard," he added. Bangladesh, meanwhile, beat Pakistan by 10 wickets on Sunday for their first Test victory against them.

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Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat.

Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat. Have a look at the video below:

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Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final.

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Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance.

The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan as they ended day on 157/4.

During the play, Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history.&nbsp;

Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan, along with Saeed Ahmed, who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests.

On his way to equalling history, Shakeel surpassed Pak great Javed Miandad, who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also went ahead of second-placed Sadiq Mohammad, who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of the first 13 games he had played.

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat.

Pakistan skipper Shan Masood's dismissal on day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh on Wednesday (Aug 21) in Rawalpindi left him furious. Masood was given out caught behind in the seventh over of the inning but the ball didn't hit the bat. Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam bowled a good length ball, which squared Masood, and he was given out on the field. The batter promptly asked for a review, but much to his dismay, third umpire Michael Gough gave him out in a jiffy. Upon replay, it was visible that the ball had hit the pad and not the bat. Have a look at the video below: × Masood could not believe the decision and charged the on-field umpires in rage. The batter, however, eventually had to leave the ground as the umpire's decision is final. Also Read: 'Focus has moved to...,' India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate reveals reason behind failure against spin Only 41 overs were possible on a day marred by rain and Bangladesh did make good use of bowler-friendly conditions early on before Pak struck balance. The home side made a horrible start, losing three wickets for 16 runs before Saim Ayub (56) and Shakeel added 98 runs for the fourth wicket. After Ayub's departure, Mohammad Rizwan (24 not out) continued to lead rebuilding for Pakistan as they ended day on 157/4. During the play, Saud Shakeel equalled 65-year-old record in country's Test batting history. Shakeel reached 1000 runs in Test cricket in his 20th innings of 11th Test - the joint fastest for Pakistan, along with Saeed Ahmed, who had made the record back in 1959 in same number of innings of 11 Tests. On his way to equalling history, Shakeel surpassed Pak great Javed Miandad, who had scored 1000 Test runs in 23 innings of 14 Tests. He also went ahead of second-placed Sadiq Mohammad, who had reached 1000 test runs in 22 innings of the first 13 games he had played.

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has moved the second Test against Bangladesh from Karachi to Rawalpindi, the venue of first Test as well. The decision comes days after announcing that there would be no spectators during the Karachi Test.

The steps have been taken as National Stadium in Karachi is undergoing construction and renovation for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Pakistan are scheduled to host their first ICC tournament in February-March next year since co-hosting 1996 ODI World Cup.

"We have been guided by the construction experts on the timelines for the readiness of the [National Stadium in Karachi]. They advised that while construction could continue during playing hours, the resulting noise pollution would disturb the cricketers. Additionally, the dust from the construction work could also affect the health and wellbeing of the players, officials, broadcasters, and media," read a statement from the PCB.

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"Given that construction must continue uninterrupted to ensure the venue is operationally ready for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the PCB, after consulting all stakeholders and reviewing operational and logistical matters, has decided to hold both Tests in Rawalpindi," it further added.

Bangladesh are in Pakistan for a two-Test series, with the first Test scheduled to be played from August 21 in Rawalpindi.

Pakistan are expected to play seven home Tests in the coming month and are looking to equally share the hosting between three venues: Rawalpindi, Karachi and Multan.

Multan would have been a viable option to shift the second Test against Bangladesh but it is already slated to host the first Test against England in October.

The Karachi Test against England, scheduled to be played from October 15, is so far expected to have spectators present.

As for Bangladesh, they are touring Pakistan for the first time since 2020, when Covid-19 pandemic cut short their trip.&nbsp;

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has moved the second Test against Bangladesh from Karachi to Rawalpindi, the venue of first Test as well. The decision comes days after announcing that there would be no spectators during the Karachi Test.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has moved the second Test against Bangladesh from Karachi to Rawalpindi, the venue of first Test as well. The decision comes days after announcing that there would be no spectators during the Karachi Test. The steps have been taken as National Stadium in Karachi is undergoing construction and renovation for the upcoming Champions Trophy. Pakistan are scheduled to host their first ICC tournament in February-March next year since co-hosting 1996 ODI World Cup. "We have been guided by the construction experts on the timelines for the readiness of the [National Stadium in Karachi]. They advised that while construction could continue during playing hours, the resulting noise pollution would disturb the cricketers. Additionally, the dust from the construction work could also affect the health and wellbeing of the players, officials, broadcasters, and media," read a statement from the PCB. Also Read: Australia Test captain Pat Cummins outlines plan for home Tests against India - ‘We are well placed this time’ "Given that construction must continue uninterrupted to ensure the venue is operationally ready for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the PCB, after consulting all stakeholders and reviewing operational and logistical matters, has decided to hold both Tests in Rawalpindi," it further added. Bangladesh are in Pakistan for a two-Test series, with the first Test scheduled to be played from August 21 in Rawalpindi. Pakistan are expected to play seven home Tests in the coming month and are looking to equally share the hosting between three venues: Rawalpindi, Karachi and Multan. Multan would have been a viable option to shift the second Test against Bangladesh but it is already slated to host the first Test against England in October. The Karachi Test against England, scheduled to be played from October 15, is so far expected to have spectators present. As for Bangladesh, they are touring Pakistan for the first time since 2020, when Covid-19 pandemic cut short their trip.

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Former Bangladesh batter Nafees Iqbal is under observation in a hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage in Chattogram on Friday (Jul 5). Iqbal, who is brother of former skipper Tamim Iqbal, also served as the team's logistics manager in recently concluded T20 World Cup.

After returning with the team last Friday, Nafees complained of headache for a few days before being admitted to the hospital. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief physician Debashis Chowdhury, however, confirmed that the batter is now out of danger. He will take a few weeks to fully recover though.

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"Specialists have informed us that Nafees is suffering from something called cerebral venous thrombosis," Chowdhury told reporters.

"He has blood clots in that part of his brain. He is now stable. His parameters are good. He will be here for a few more days. They have said that if it doesn't get worse, he will make full recovery. He has to be observed closely on the first day. He might be shifted to a ward soon, but these things take a few weeks," he added.

Nafees played for Bangladesh from 2003 to 2006. He made his debut against England in an ODI in Chattogram. The batter went on to play 16 ODIs for the country, scoring 309 runs at an average of 19 and hit two fifties with a highest of 58.

He made his Test debut against New Zealand in Dhaka in October 2004 - almost an year after playing his first ODI. He featured in a total of 11 Tests for Bangladesh, scoring 518 runs in 22 innings at an average of 23. He also hit two fifties and a hundred with&nbsp;highest score being 121.

Nafees' last ODI was against Australia in 2005 while he last played in red-ball cricket against Sri Lanka in March 2006.

Former Bangladesh batter Nafees Iqbal is under observation in a hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage in Chattogram on Friday (Jul 5). Iqbal, who is brother of former skipper Tamim Iqbal, also served as the team's logistics manager in recently concluded T20 World Cup.

Former Bangladesh batter Nafees Iqbal is under observation in a hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage in Chattogram on Friday (Jul 5). Iqbal, who is brother of former skipper Tamim Iqbal, also served as the team's logistics manager in recently concluded T20 World Cup. After returning with the team last Friday, Nafees complained of headache for a few days before being admitted to the hospital. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief physician Debashis Chowdhury, however, confirmed that the batter is now out of danger. He will take a few weeks to fully recover though. Also Read: ‘India will be fully prepared to win Olympic gold in cricket’ – Rahul Dravid to PM Modi "Specialists have informed us that Nafees is suffering from something called cerebral venous thrombosis," Chowdhury told reporters. "He has blood clots in that part of his brain. He is now stable. His parameters are good. He will be here for a few more days. They have said that if it doesn't get worse, he will make full recovery. He has to be observed closely on the first day. He might be shifted to a ward soon, but these things take a few weeks," he added. Nafees played for Bangladesh from 2003 to 2006. He made his debut against England in an ODI in Chattogram. The batter went on to play 16 ODIs for the country, scoring 309 runs at an average of 19 and hit two fifties with a highest of 58. He made his Test debut against New Zealand in Dhaka in October 2004 - almost an year after playing his first ODI. He featured in a total of 11 Tests for Bangladesh, scoring 518 runs in 22 innings at an average of 23. He also hit two fifties and a hundred with highest score being 121. Nafees' last ODI was against Australia in 2005 while he last played in red-ball cricket against Sri Lanka in March 2006.

Nafees Iqbal, former Bangladesh batter and brother of Tamim Iqbal, suffers brain haemorrhage

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal says that 'a lot of things have to be right' for him to play for the country again. Tamim's comments came after guiding Fortune Barishal to victory in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The batter, however, acknowledged that he has only a couple years left to play. After scoring 492 runs in BPL and leading the side to tournament win, Tamim might be in plans for Bangladesh for the upcoming T20 World Cup in June later this year.

"I am at a stage of my career where I would probably play for another two years. So I need to tell them such things, and since I did not have a final talk with them, it won't be appropriate for me to comment here," said Tamim in a press conference after winning the BPL.

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"I would like to say one thing clearly. For me to come back, a lot of things have to be right otherwise there's no point for me to just come back and play," Tamim added.

"I haven't spoken with him (new chief selector) yet. I was in communication with Jalal bhai (Jalal Yunus). I was available for a talk, but unfortunately, we didn't get the opportunity. I will be travelling abroad tomorrow morning, and hopefully, after I return, we will sit," he further said.

Notably, Tamim and the Bangladesh Cricket Board have been at loggerheads for quite some time now. The batter had announced his retirement last year a few months before the 2023 ODI World Cup. He then reversed the decision 24 hours later after an intervention from Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina.

The drama, however, kept going as Tamim made himself unavailable for the selection ahead of tournament and Shakib Al Hasan was given the charge of the side. He has last played for the the country in September 2023.

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal says that 'a lot of things have to be right' for him to play for the country again. Tamim's comments came after guiding Fortune Barishal to victory in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal says that 'a lot of things have to be right' for him to play for the country again. Tamim's comments came after guiding Fortune Barishal to victory in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The batter, however, acknowledged that he has only a couple years left to play. After scoring 492 runs in BPL and leading the side to tournament win, Tamim might be in plans for Bangladesh for the upcoming T20 World Cup in June later this year. "I am at a stage of my career where I would probably play for another two years. So I need to tell them such things, and since I did not have a final talk with them, it won't be appropriate for me to comment here," said Tamim in a press conference after winning the BPL. Also Read: Tim Southee keeps door open for retired Neil Wagner's return after loss in first Test against Australia "I would like to say one thing clearly. For me to come back, a lot of things have to be right otherwise there's no point for me to just come back and play," Tamim added. "I haven't spoken with him (new chief selector) yet. I was in communication with Jalal bhai (Jalal Yunus). I was available for a talk, but unfortunately, we didn't get the opportunity. I will be travelling abroad tomorrow morning, and hopefully, after I return, we will sit," he further said. Notably, Tamim and the Bangladesh Cricket Board have been at loggerheads for quite some time now. The batter had announced his retirement last year a few months before the 2023 ODI World Cup. He then reversed the decision 24 hours later after an intervention from Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina. The drama, however, kept going as Tamim made himself unavailable for the selection ahead of tournament and Shakib Al Hasan was given the charge of the side. He has last played for the the country in September 2023.

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal lays out conditions for international return

Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan has been diagnosed with an eye condition, specifically a retinal condition, in his left eye. The prevailing condition, however, is unlikely to stop him from playing competitive cricket. The all-rounder is set to feature in the Bangladesh Premier League (country's domestic T20 tournament) for Rangpur Riders against Khulna Tigers on Friday (Jan 26).&nbsp;

"Shakib has been complaining of subtle issues with his left eye," said a senior physician for Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in a statement. "After consulting ophthalmologists in Bangladesh and abroad and after multiple eye assessments, it was confirmed that he is suffering from extrafoveal Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSR) of the left eye."

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"It has been decided that a conservative approach will be adopted for managing the issue for now. CSR is a condition that affects the retina, leading to visual disturbances. The medical team overseeing Shakib's case is optimistic about managing the condition effectively with a conservative approach," he added.

Shakib had reported the vision issues to the board and had travelled to Singapore for a consultation from an ophthalmologist last week, according to a press release by the BCB.

The all-rounder had last played on January 20 against Fortune Barishal in BPL and took 2/16 as well. His side, however, lost the match by five wickets. After the match, Riders' skipper Nurual Hasan also confirmed Shakib's vision issues.

"He [Shakib] has been struggling with eyesight problem for some time now. I think he has been in touch with the doctors regularly. The doctors only could say in what stage the problem is now," he had said.

The match against Barishal was Shakib's first in over two months after recovering from an injury. The all-rounder had suffered a finger injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. Bangladesh were not able to make it to the semis in the tournament.

Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan has been diagnosed with an eye condition, specifically a retinal condition, in his left eye. The prevailing condition, however, is unlikely to stop him from playing competitive cricket.

Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan has been diagnosed with an eye condition, specifically a retinal condition, in his left eye. The prevailing condition, however, is unlikely to stop him from playing competitive cricket. The all-rounder is set to feature in the Bangladesh Premier League (country's domestic T20 tournament) for Rangpur Riders against Khulna Tigers on Friday (Jan 26). "Shakib has been complaining of subtle issues with his left eye," said a senior physician for Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in a statement. "After consulting ophthalmologists in Bangladesh and abroad and after multiple eye assessments, it was confirmed that he is suffering from extrafoveal Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSR) of the left eye." Also Read: India's Suryakumar Yadav named ICC T20I cricketer of the year for second time in a row "It has been decided that a conservative approach will be adopted for managing the issue for now. CSR is a condition that affects the retina, leading to visual disturbances. The medical team overseeing Shakib's case is optimistic about managing the condition effectively with a conservative approach," he added. Shakib had reported the vision issues to the board and had travelled to Singapore for a consultation from an ophthalmologist last week, according to a press release by the BCB. The all-rounder had last played on January 20 against Fortune Barishal in BPL and took 2/16 as well. His side, however, lost the match by five wickets. After the match, Riders' skipper Nurual Hasan also confirmed Shakib's vision issues. "He [Shakib] has been struggling with eyesight problem for some time now. I think he has been in touch with the doctors regularly. The doctors only could say in what stage the problem is now," he had said. The match against Barishal was Shakib's first in over two months after recovering from an injury. The all-rounder had suffered a finger injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. Bangladesh were not able to make it to the semis in the tournament.

Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan suffering from eyesight issues

Bangladesh raced to their maiden ODI win against New Zealand on Saturday (Dec. 23) after beating the Kiwis by nine-wickets in the third ODI of the three-match series. Bangladesh had already lost the series after losing the first two ODIs but avoided the whitewash after winning the final ODI in an emphatic manner. New Zealand were bowled out for 98 - their lowest ODI score against Bangladesh before the visitors reached the target in 15.1 overs.

Kiwi coach Gray Stead had warned his&nbsp;team of a much improved bowling attack in the away condition as Bangladesh won the toss and&nbsp;elected to field first in Napier. Bangladesh pacers proved the Kiwi coach right as they sent half the New Zealand side back for just 63 runs in 20.2 overs.

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Such was the dominance of Bangladesh bowlers that only four Kiwi batters were able to cross the double-figure mark. Will Young top scored for the home team with 26 while skipper Tom Latham chipped in with 21. Apart from them, Josh Clarkson scored 16 and Adithya Ashok managed 10 runs.

For the visitors, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Soumya Sarkar took three wickets each while veteran Mustafizur Rahman took the remaining wicket. Tazim, who took 3/14, was aawarded Player of the Match award as well.

Chasing 99, Bangladesh made quick work of the target, thanks to skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's unbeaten 51. Apart from Shanto, Anamul Haque also scored 37 runs. The visitors, however, had a hiccup when opener Sarkar, who had scored a sensational hundred in the last game, was retired hurt in the fifth over.

Sarkar had some trouble in his right eye and decided to walk off after being attended by the physio. Shanto and Haque, however, then added 69 runs for the first wicket and took the game away from the Kiwis.

Bangladesh raced to their maiden ODI win against New Zealand on Saturday (Dec. 23) after beating the Kiwis by nine-wickets in the third ODI of the three-match series.

Bangladesh raced to their maiden ODI win against New Zealand on Saturday (Dec. 23) after beating the Kiwis by nine-wickets in the third ODI of the three-match series. Bangladesh had already lost the series after losing the first two ODIs but avoided the whitewash after winning the final ODI in an emphatic manner. New Zealand were bowled out for 98 - their lowest ODI score against Bangladesh before the visitors reached the target in 15.1 overs. Kiwi coach Gray Stead had warned his team of a much improved bowling attack in the away condition as Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field first in Napier. Bangladesh pacers proved the Kiwi coach right as they sent half the New Zealand side back for just 63 runs in 20.2 overs. Also Read: Pakistan spinner Noman Ali hospitalised in Australia, ruled out of ongoing Test series Such was the dominance of Bangladesh bowlers that only four Kiwi batters were able to cross the double-figure mark. Will Young top scored for the home team with 26 while skipper Tom Latham chipped in with 21. Apart from them, Josh Clarkson scored 16 and Adithya Ashok managed 10 runs. For the visitors, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Soumya Sarkar took three wickets each while veteran Mustafizur Rahman took the remaining wicket. Tazim, who took 3/14, was aawarded Player of the Match award as well. Chasing 99, Bangladesh made quick work of the target, thanks to skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's unbeaten 51. Apart from Shanto, Anamul Haque also scored 37 runs. The visitors, however, had a hiccup when opener Sarkar, who had scored a sensational hundred in the last game, was retired hurt in the fifth over. Sarkar had some trouble in his right eye and decided to walk off after being attended by the physio. Shanto and Haque, however, then added 69 runs for the first wicket and took the game away from the Kiwis.

Bangladesh bowl out Kiwis for 98 runs in third ODI for maiden win in New Zealand

Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim became the first batter in Test cricket to be given out for 'obstructing the field' during the second Test in Mirpur against New Zealand. Rahim had stopped the ball using his hand and the Kiwis appealed immediately. Rahim was fifth wicket to fall for Bangladesh who eventually folded for 172 in their first innings.

The incident happened in the 41st over when Rahim defended a delivery from New Zealand bowler Kyle Jamieson. The ball bounced wide of off stump and Rahim used his right hand to swat it away further. The appeal from the Kiwis was upheld by TV umpire Ahsan Raza and Rahim walked off the field after scoring 35 off 83 balls. Have a look at the video below:

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Talking the incident, former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal, who was commentating at the moment, said: "A cricketer who has played over 80 Tests should know he can't do that. Practice habit can make this happen. In the nets, batters often take the ball in hand and return it back to the bowler. May be Mushfiqur did it unconsciously and extended his hand. But this obviously can't be an excuse."

It was, however, the case of 'handle the ball' but the rule has been removed in 2017 and brought under 'obstructing the field'.

According to Law 37.1.2, "The striker is out obstructing the field if, except in the circumstances of 37.2, in the act of receiving a ball delivered by the bowler, he/she wilfully strikes the ball with a hand not holding the bat. This will apply whether it is the first strike or a second or subsequent strike. The act of receiving the ball shall extend both to playing at the ball and to striking the ball more than once in defence of his/her wicket."

It wasn't the first time Rahim had tried to swat the ball away using his hands in the Test. Before his dismissal, the batter had tried the same thing in the 29th over of the innings, but his hand failed to connect with the ball.

Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim became the first batter in Test cricket to be given out for 'obstructing the field' during the second Test in Mirpur against New Zealand.

Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim became the first batter in Test cricket to be given out for 'obstructing the field' during the second Test in Mirpur against New Zealand. Rahim had stopped the ball using his hand and the Kiwis appealed immediately. Rahim was fifth wicket to fall for Bangladesh who eventually folded for 172 in their first innings. The incident happened in the 41st over when Rahim defended a delivery from New Zealand bowler Kyle Jamieson. The ball bounced wide of off stump and Rahim used his right hand to swat it away further. The appeal from the Kiwis was upheld by TV umpire Ahsan Raza and Rahim walked off the field after scoring 35 off 83 balls. Have a look at the video below: Mushfiqur Rahim was given out for obstructing the field..He was handling the ball during Jamieson's over pic.twitter.com/ZpWgOIj4KA — Cricket Mirror (@Cricket_Mirror_) December 6, 2023 × Talking the incident, former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal, who was commentating at the moment, said: "A cricketer who has played over 80 Tests should know he can't do that. Practice habit can make this happen. In the nets, batters often take the ball in hand and return it back to the bowler. May be Mushfiqur did it unconsciously and extended his hand. But this obviously can't be an excuse." It was, however, the case of 'handle the ball' but the rule has been removed in 2017 and brought under 'obstructing the field'. According to Law 37.1.2, "The striker is out obstructing the field if, except in the circumstances of 37.2, in the act of receiving a ball delivered by the bowler, he/she wilfully strikes the ball with a hand not holding the bat. This will apply whether it is the first strike or a second or subsequent strike. The act of receiving the ball shall extend both to playing at the ball and to striking the ball more than once in defence of his/her wicket." It wasn't the first time Rahim had tried to swat the ball away using his hands in the Test. Before his dismissal, the batter had tried the same thing in the 29th over of the innings, but his hand failed to connect with the ball.

WATCH | Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim handles the ball, given out 'obstructing the field' during 2nd Test vs NZ

Bangladesh T20I skipper Shakib Al Hasan will be contesting parliamentary election next year after getting a confirmation on his nomination. Shakib will be contesting from the ruling party Awami League. The elections are scheduled to be held next year in the month of January. Shakib will be contesting from Magura-1 constituency where polls are scheduled to take place on January 7.

The veteran all-rounder, who led the team in the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023, is currently recovering from the finger injury sustained during the tournament. He had already announced that he won't be leading the team in ODIs after the World Cup in India but continues to remain the T20I skipper. His return timeframe to cricket is not known as of now.

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Bangladesh is currently hosting New Zealand for two Tests from November 28 to December 10. After the series, the Blackcaps will host Bangladesh for six white-ball games from December 11 to 31. The teams will first play ODIs and then three T20Is from December 27 to 31. The teams are shifting focus to T20Is with T20 World Cup set to be played in June 2024.

With polls scheduled in first week of January, it is not clear if Shakib will travel to New Zealand.&nbsp;

The relation&nbsp;between cricket and politics is not new in Bangladesh. Former skipper Mashrafe Mortaza had contested elections last year from Narail and became a Member of Parliament (MP). He has got&nbsp;nomination this year also from the same constituency.&nbsp;

Apart from the two, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Nazmul Hassan has been an MP since 2009 and will again be contesting elections this year from Kishoreganj constituency. BCB director Shafiul Alam Chowdhury will also be contesting elections from Moulvibazar.

Former skipper Naimur Rahman, who is an incumbent MP, however, failed to get a nomination from Manikganj seat for the upcoming elections.

Bangladesh T20I skipper Shakib Al Hasan will be contesting parliamentary election next year after getting a confirmation on his nomination. Shakib will be contesting from the ruling party Awami League.

Bangladesh T20I skipper Shakib Al Hasan will be contesting parliamentary election next year after getting a confirmation on his nomination. Shakib will be contesting from the ruling party Awami League. The elections are scheduled to be held next year in the month of January. Shakib will be contesting from Magura-1 constituency where polls are scheduled to take place on January 7. The veteran all-rounder, who led the team in the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023, is currently recovering from the finger injury sustained during the tournament. He had already announced that he won't be leading the team in ODIs after the World Cup in India but continues to remain the T20I skipper. His return timeframe to cricket is not known as of now. Also Read: Full list of retained players of all IPL teams after retention deadline day Bangladesh is currently hosting New Zealand for two Tests from November 28 to December 10. After the series, the Blackcaps will host Bangladesh for six white-ball games from December 11 to 31. The teams will first play ODIs and then three T20Is from December 27 to 31. The teams are shifting focus to T20Is with T20 World Cup set to be played in June 2024. With polls scheduled in first week of January, it is not clear if Shakib will travel to New Zealand. The relation between cricket and politics is not new in Bangladesh. Former skipper Mashrafe Mortaza had contested elections last year from Narail and became a Member of Parliament (MP). He has got nomination this year also from the same constituency. Apart from the two, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Nazmul Hassan has been an MP since 2009 and will again be contesting elections this year from Kishoreganj constituency. BCB director Shafiul Alam Chowdhury will also be contesting elections from Moulvibazar. Former skipper Naimur Rahman, who is an incumbent MP, however, failed to get a nomination from Manikganj seat for the upcoming elections.

Bangladesh T20I skipper Shakib Al Hasan to contest parliamentary elections next year

India will be looking to continue their unbeaten run when they take on Bangladesh in the ODI World Cup on October 19 in Pune. This will be the fourth game in the tournament for both teams as they near the halfway mark&nbsp;of their campaign. India clearly have the upper hand going into the match with three wins in three games while Bangladesh will aim to improve their record from 2-1 in three games to 2-2 in four.

The Bangladesh team is capable of causing an upset and India would know it from the humiliating defeat of the 2007 ODI World Cup. The Indian team in 2023, however, looks unstoppable and leading their charge is skipper Rohit Sharma from the front.

There are many marquee players to look for in the game, namely Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah from India and Shakib Al Hasan, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz from Bangladesh.

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With Rohit in prime form with the bat, it would be crucial for Bangladesh to take him out early because once the Indian skipper gets going, he can change the game on his own. Apart from Rohit, Kohli would also be an important wicket for Bangladesh. Mehidy Hasan has been a revelation for his team since his debut and his performance with the ball, along with Shakib, will matter the most if Bangladesh were to win the game against India.

While bowling, Jasprit Bumrah would be key for India along with other bowlers, including Kuldeep Yadav. Taking wickets upfront is going to be a huge advantage for India. Bangladesh's batting responsibilities, meanwhile, will lie on Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim and Mehidy Hasan as well.

With decent middle-order batters, Bangladesh can pose a threat to India and on their day, can cause an upset as well. But given the form India are in, they are favourites to register their fourth win on the trot. The game starts at 2:00 pm local time with the toss scheduled to take place at 1:30 pm at the MCA stadium in Pune.

<h2>Here are the predicted XI for both teams:</h2>

India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah

Bangladesh: Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam

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India will be looking to continue their unbeaten run when they take on Bangladesh in the ODI World Cup on October 19 in Pune. This will be the fourth game in the tournament for both teams as they near the halfway mark of their campaign.

India will be looking to continue their unbeaten run when they take on Bangladesh in the ODI World Cup on October 19 in Pune. This will be the fourth game in the tournament for both teams as they near the halfway mark of their campaign. India clearly have the upper hand going into the match with three wins in three games while Bangladesh will aim to improve their record from 2-1 in three games to 2-2 in four. The Bangladesh team is capable of causing an upset and India would know it from the humiliating defeat of the 2007 ODI World Cup. The Indian team in 2023, however, looks unstoppable and leading their charge is skipper Rohit Sharma from the front. There are many marquee players to look for in the game, namely Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah from India and Shakib Al Hasan, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz from Bangladesh. Also Read: India captain Rohit Sharma issued with multiple traffic fines for over-speeding before ODI World Cup clash With Rohit in prime form with the bat, it would be crucial for Bangladesh to take him out early because once the Indian skipper gets going, he can change the game on his own. Apart from Rohit, Kohli would also be an important wicket for Bangladesh. Mehidy Hasan has been a revelation for his team since his debut and his performance with the ball, along with Shakib, will matter the most if Bangladesh were to win the game against India. While bowling, Jasprit Bumrah would be key for India along with other bowlers, including Kuldeep Yadav. Taking wickets upfront is going to be a huge advantage for India. Bangladesh's batting responsibilities, meanwhile, will lie on Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim and Mehidy Hasan as well. With decent middle-order batters, Bangladesh can pose a threat to India and on their day, can cause an upset as well. But given the form India are in, they are favourites to register their fourth win on the trot. The game starts at 2:00 pm local time with the toss scheduled to take place at 1:30 pm at the MCA stadium in Pune. Here are the predicted XI for both teams: India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah Bangladesh: Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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