IND vs BAN: Shakib Al Hasan Announces His Retirement from Test Cricket

IND vs BAN: Bangladesh elected to bat first after winning the toss against India on the second day of the second Test at Kanpur. Shakib Al Hasan, the veteran all-rounder has sent in his resignation from T20 internationals and also drooped hints that this Kanpur match might be the last of his red-ball career. On the eve of this crucial second Test which commenced today, Shakib released his decision.

Shakib wanted to end his Test career in front of the home fans at Mirpur and maintained I have expressed my wish to play my last Test in Mirpur. If that does not happen then the second Test against India would be my last he said. His desire to play one final match in front of his home crowd underscores his deep connection to Bangladesh cricket and his appreciation for the support he has received throughout his career. Bangladesh cricket has given me so much and I want to give my last in this format at home,” he added.

Interestingly Shakib test career started when he played against India for which he represented his side on debut in Chattogram in May 2007. He then became the steel of Bangladesh cricket and played 70 Tests for his life. So far Shakib has managed to score 4,600 runs for his team with five of his sides reaching the big three and 31 half-centuries. It thus places him third on the highest scores of runs in Test cricket in Bangladesh where he is likely to stay throughout his twilight years.

It has also been starkly visible on the bowling front where Shakib stands equal to his batting skills. He is the leading wicket-taker for Bangladesh in Tests with 242 wickets under his belt. He is also the only Bangladesh bowler who has crossed the 200-wicket mark in Tests proving match-winning durability as one of this country finest all-rounders.

Shakib farewell from T20Is and perhaps the last Test match signals a poignant moment in Bangladesh cricket. The gutsy performances in all action alongside an allegiance to the game will certainly motivate future cricketing generations across Bangladesh frontiers. As he readies up for possibly his last red-ball game fans and teammates alike will observe the way Shakib ends this chapter of his glorious career.

Therefore on one hand it forms the end of the chapter for Bangladesh cricket and at the same time is a new chapter beginning. Shakib influence in this cricket side has run deep and his contributions to the sport in Bangladesh will be remembered for years.

Shakib Al Hasan T20I Retirement

Shakib Al Hasan hinting at it back then had almost confirmed retirement from Bangladesh T20 format after the T20 World Cup. He has now made this a reality at a media conference. Shakib Al Hasan has always featured significantly with the bat in his 129 T20Is for Bangladesh scoring 2551 runs at a strike rate of 121.18. But influence-wise he has given Bangladesh more off the bowl. During 126 innings he taken 149 wickets and was only one short of the 150 – although his best bowling figures stand at 5/20.

The last game Shakib played was during the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup when Bangladesh took on Afghanistan on June 14. Shakib contribution for the team has been priceless and one thinks his retirement is more or less the last curtain call for Bangladesh cricket. Shakib will leave the country as one of its greatest players in both batting acumen and bowling.

Shakib Al Hasan farewell match against India?

Shakib Al Hasan, in a landmark statement announced immediate retirement from T20 international cricket and thereby also ended an illustrious career in the shortest format of the game. The 37-year-old all-rounder stated he played his last T20I during the recently concluded T20 World Cup. I have discussed it with the selectors and the board president, and I feel it is the right time for me to end my T20 cricket career, Shakib said. Stressing that young players should be provided the opportunities, the next few series should focus on getting fresh talent into the team.

As Shakib departs the international T20 arena he did leave the door ajar to come back into the format again. He said that if he keeps doing well in the franchise leagues and if he stays fit then after some time for evaluation, the BCB might include him again in the T20s. “If in six months or a year, the BCB feels that I can contribute and perform, we can decide then. But at this moment I don’t see myself in T20s,” he added.

Shakib decision bears the marks of very thoughtful consideration because he has chosen to give more importance to the development of the national team. Shakib was convinced of his fulfillment with his contributions and said that, for now, he would focus all his energies on the future of Bangladeshi cricket. With his retirement from T20s he also has plans to retire from Test cricket itself after the South Africa series, of course depends on the following series.

Shakib leaves behind a legacy of influential performances and significant contributions toward Bangladesh cricket as he winds up this chapter in the annals of cricket history. His experience and skills are invaluable, but his decision to yield to newcomers is an expression of the commitment he has toward the development of cricket in his country.

Shakib bids farewell to T20 international cricket

Shakib Al Hasan said that the current mayhem in Bangladesh which has already caused a lot of disruption might become his farewell match if Bangladesh doesn’t go through with the series against South Africa. I am available for the South Africa series but there a lot happening back home and naturally not everything depends on me he explained.

Shakib further elaborated on discussions with the BCB on his plan over Test cricket. I have conveyed my idea to Faruque bhai and the selectors as well. I want to end here. If I get a chance to play I want my last Test to be in Mirpur. I think the board is doing its best to make me feel comfortable enough to play and at the same time making sure that my exit without any form of hassle is easy, ” he added. His message encompasses two different happenings on the one hand a promise to the team and his involvement with it and on the other hand his concern for himself amidst the ongoing Bangladeshi situation.

Shakib Al Hasan Says 2nd Test vs India In Kanpur Will Be His Last

Bangladesh’s senior all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan stunned everyone with two bombshell announcements on Thursday. The 37-year-old Al Hasan made the announcements just ahead of the second Test against India at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. where Bangladesh will be playing under the guidance of new head coach Khaled Mahmud.

This is the right time to bring in new players Shakib explained during a press conference. The sentiment is common to both the formats according to him, “I have spoken to the chief selector and the BCB president and we all felt that this was the right time to move on and allow new talent to come up in the ranks.

Shakib has been a regular feature in T20 World Cups since the first edition was held back in 2007. He played 129 matches in his T20I career accumulating 2,551 runs with a strike rate of 121.18. His bowling also boasts impressive figures149 wickets. Such all-round prowess has made Shakib an integral part of Bangladesh cricket.

And while he looks forward to ending his Test career playing in front of home fans at the iconic Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka he said that security issues could scuttle that wish. I have told the management I want to play my last Test in Mirpur if that does not happen the second Test against India would be my last,” he said. He further elaborated Going back to Bangladesh is not a problem but leaving Bangladesh once I go there is risky. This understanding of safety problems epitomizes the precarious situation surrounding his career and current situation at home.

Shakib the ace all-rounder may not be there to seal the Test for Bangladesh in Mirpur next month. If he is not available Friday might be his last Test. It feels apt to end my Test career in front of my home fans. I want to give my last in this format at home,” he said while thanking Bangladesh cricket for all that it has given him.

A debut in Test cricket against India in Chattogram back in May 2007 is something Shakib brings with him to the crease. Since then he has played 70 Test matches for Bangladesh. He has an impressive total of 4,600 runs with five centuries and 31 half-centuries for which he stands third in the list of all-time run-scorers for Bangladesh in Test cricket.