Dhaka, Dec 8, 2008 : Shakib Al Hazan, the all-rounder of the Indian cricket team, decided to forgo the series in favour of uncapped Fazle Mahmud in Bangladesh’s Test squad for New Zealand. This is the left-handed batter’s maiden call-up for the Test squad.It comes after a stellar performance in the recently concluded National Cricket League, in which the 33 year-old was the top scorer with 630 runs at an averaging of 60.30.
Despite Shakib’s verbal communication to BCB indicating his inability to travel, he was included in the initial 18-member squad for the New Zealand tour.BCB later confirmed that Shakib had been granted leave.
“We have granted his request.”We have said for a while that we don’t object to a player taking a break or rest.However, it must be reported officially.We want to know in advance about any such decision, as it is difficult for us to make quick decisions.
According to ESPNcricinfo, anyone who wants a break must inform us in advance.
Fazle had played in two ODIs against Zimbabwe in 2018, but he couldn’t make a mark, as he was disqualified for ducks in both matches.
Tomorrow morning, the Bangladesh team will depart for New Zealand for the series.It is part of the 2021-2023 cycle for the ICC World Test Championship.
The first Test will take place in Tauranga on January 1, while the final Test will be held in Christchurch on February 9.
Mominul Haque (Captain), ShadmanIslam, Najmul Hossain Shawto, Mushfiqur Rahim.Litton Kumer Das.Nurul Hasan Sohan.Yasir Ali Rabbi.
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