As Bangladesh gears up for the second Test against India, the availability of all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan remains a hot topic.
Following a finger injury sustained during the Chennai Test, Shakib's role as a bowler was significantly limited, leaving fans and team management concerned about his fitness for the upcoming match in Kanpur.
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What injury did Shakib Al Hasan sustain?
Shakib's injury occurred during a challenging encounter in Chennai when he was struck on the finger by a fast delivery from Jasprit Bumrah.
This incident not only impacted his ability to bowl but also his batting performance throughout the match, where he managed to bowl a total of only 21 overs over two innings.
Despite these challenges, Shakib demonstrated his resilience by scoring 32 runs in the first innings and contributing 25 runs in the second.
What did the Coach say about Shakib's current condition?
Bangladesh's head coach, Chandika Hathurusinghe, provided an encouraging update regarding Shakib's status. He emphasized that, as of now, there has been no definitive assessment from the physiotherapist and Shakib remains eligible for selection.
"At the moment, I haven't heard from my physio or from anyone. He is still eligible for selection," Hathurusinghe remarked after the team’s first training session in Kanpur.
How has Shakib Al Hasan performed recently?
While Shakib’s potential impact in the upcoming Test is promising, his recent form has raised eyebrows.
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In the preceding series against Pakistan, his contributions with the bat were notably underwhelming, with scores of 15, 2, and 21 not out in his three innings.
However, Hathurusinghe expressed his support for Shakib, stating, "I am not upset about his performance. Our overall performance, we could have done better. I am sure that he also thinks that he can perform better."
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