Bangladesh Test Captain Shakib Al Hasan is at risk of missing the first Test against India on Wednesday in Chattogram due to an injury sustained during the ODI series. His potential absence could be a major setback for Bangladesh, and they will be hoping he can make a speedy recovery to lead them into the crucial clash.
Shakib received a painful blow to his hand while facing the bowling of Indian fast bowler Umran Malik in the ODI series, and he is still struggling to recover from the injury. His absence would be a huge blow to Bangladesh as they prepared to face India.
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Despite the injury, Bangladesh coach Russell Domingo is hopeful that Shakib will be able to participate in the upcoming Test match. The team will be crossing their fingers in the hope that he can overcome the injury and lead them in the crucial fixture.
“He is still struggling with his ribs and shoulder,” Domingo said on Tuesday while interacting with the media. “We are still assessing him.”
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Shakib was instrumental to Bangladesh’s success in the first ODI match of the series, taking five wickets which allowed the team to have a strong start. He is also an integral part of the Test team; losing him for the Test series would pose a tough challenge for the Tigers.
In six Tests against India, Shakib has enjoyed moderate success. He has scored 260 runs at an average of 26, taking 15 wickets with a five-for.
Source: United News of Bangladesh