Bangladesh allrounder Shakib Al Hasan recalled for second Sri Lanka Test | Cricket News – Times of India
NEW DELHI: Newly elected lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan on Tuesday received a call back to the Bangladesh squad for the upcoming second Test against Sri Lanka.The former captain, renowned for his all-round skills, contested and won a seat for the ruling Awami League in the January general elections.Shakib hasn't represented Bangladesh since the conclusion of the 50-over World Cup in November, with his last Test appearance dating back to April 2023 against Ireland.Balancing his parliamentary commitments, Shakib has also been actively participating in the 50-over Dhaka Premier League this month.His inclusion in the squad by the Bangladesh Cricket Board follows a disappointing defeat by 328 runs in the opening Test in Sylhet on Monday, where the hosts struggled to surpass 200 runs in either inni...