Bangladesh cricket team star Shakib al Hasan has once again expressed his interest to play his farewell Test at home. The all-rounder confirmed his plans to retire from Tests during IND vs BAN series and hoped that he could play his final match in Bangladesh. However, there is uncertainty over the veteran’s participation, given that he is an ex-lawmaker and has been named in a murder case alongside former PM Sheikh Hasina.
Shakib al Hasan apologises, wants to play farewell Test at home
Taking to social media platform Facebook, Shakib apologised for his silence on the unrest and violence that gripped Bangladesh. He paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the fresh round of violence. Further, he categorically stated that he wanted to bid farewell to Test cricket at his home ground and that he wanted to share the emotional moment with his fans.
“I respect your feelings and sincerely apologise. I want to say goodbye with all of you around. At the moment of farewell, I want to shake hands with those whose applause compelled me to play better,” Shakib al Hasan said.
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Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has so far maintained that they will continue to support their player. The sports adviser to the interim government Ashraf Mahmud had categorically stated that the government intended to honour the committment given to Shakib over providing the highest form of security. Bangladesh will take on South Africa in a two-match Test series that begins from October 19.
“We will absolutely provide the highest level of security for our player. If there are any allegations against anyone, that is a different issue. I cannot comment on that, as it falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Law. However, we have already committed to ensuring Shakib Al Hasan’s security, and we will honour that commitment,” Ashraf added.
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