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7Nov

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Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI: Allah Ghazanfar’s record-breaking 6-26 leads Afghanistan to victory over Bangladesh | Cricket News – Times of India

Afghanistan players (ACB Photo) Afghanistan secured a comfortable victory in the first One-Day International against Bangladesh, winning by 92 runs on Wednesday. The star of the show was Afghanistan's 18-year-old spinner, Allah Ghazanfar, who recorded career-best figures of 6-26.Ghazanfar's impressive performance effectively dismantled Bangladesh's middle and lower order. At one stage, Bangladesh seemed well-placed to chase down Afghanistan's total of 235, reaching 132/3. However, Ghazanfar's devastating spell saw them collapse to 143 all out. Scorecard - AFG vs BAN, 1st ODIGhazanfar's figures of 6-26 are now the best by any bowler in ODIs between Bangladesh and Afghanistan, surpassing Shakib Al Hasan's 5-29 in 2019.The two teams will play the second and third ODIs, scheduled for November ...

5Nov

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Bangladesh veteran Shakib Al Hasan reported for suspect bowling action | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan (Getty Images) Bangladesh all-rounder and former captain Shakib Al Hasan's bowling action has been reported as suspect by the umpires while he played for Surrey in the County Championship, according to a report on Cricbuzz.The left-arm spinner made a one-off appearance for Surrey in their Championship match against Somerset in September and was subsequently asked to have his bowling action analysed by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).ALSO WATCH#INDvsNZ: Rohit Sharma and Co. Need to Stop Playing On Raging Turners At HomeShakib took nine wickets in the match, but umpires Steve O'Shaughnessy and David Millns suspected his bowling action to be illegal. It's the first such instance for Shakib in his career spanning more than a decade and a half."The matter has no connec...

18Oct

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Shakib Al Hasan Confirms He Is Unlikely To Return Home For Farewell Test

Shakib Al Hasan, star Bangladesh all-rounder, is unlikely to return home amid protests against him in Dhaka. It is pertinent to note that Shakib stays with his family in the United States of America (USA). While Shakib recently announced his retirement from the T20I format, the second Test against India in Kanpur could well have been his last with him unlikely to feature in the Test match against South Africa in Dhaka. Shakib repotedly sent a text message to cricket portal ESPNCricinfo where he confirmed that he will not be returning to Bangladesh, the country where he is accused of murder. "I am not sure where I am going next, but it is almost sure that I am not going home," Shakib wrote in the text. READ HERE | BCB Announces Test Squad For Home Series Vs South Africa I Have Advised Shak...

17Oct

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Shakib Al Hasan says not returning to Bangladesh over ‘security issue’: Report | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan. (Pic Credit - X) NEW DELHI: Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan on Thursday informed the local media that he will not be returning to his home country due to 'a security issue'. This decision could potentially result in him missing what he has stated will be his final match representing Bangladesh.Last month, the 37-year-old announced his retirement from international cricket but expressed his desire to play one last Test series on home soil.He was included in the Bangladesh squad that is set to face South Africa, with the first of two Tests commencing on October 21.Shakib was expected to fly back to Dhaka on Thursday.In addition to his cricketing career, Shakib is also a former lawmaker from the party of the autocratic ex-leader Sheikh Hasina, who was forced out of ...

16Oct

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Shakib Al Hasan eyes home farewell after making Bangladesh squad for South Africa 1st Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan (Photo Credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Bangladesh cricket team's veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is set to make his final appearance in Test cricket in front of his home crowd. He has been named in the squad for the first Test match against South Africa, scheduled to commence on Monday. Prior to the second and final Test against India in Kanpur, Shakib had expressed his desire to play his last Test at home against South Africa, provided the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) could ensure his safety.The squad for the South Africa series sees Khaled Ahmed as the only omission from the team that recently toured India. Bangladesh squad for 1st Test: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Shadman lslam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das (wk...

10Oct

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Shakib Al Hasan apologises for ‘silence’ during Bangladesh civil unrest, likely to get final match at home

Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan during the 2nd Test cricket match between India and Bangladesh, at the Green Park stadium, Kanpur | Photo Credit: PTI Bangladesh cricket great Shakib Al Hasan has tendered an unconditional apology for his "silence" during the recent civil unrest against ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, a move that might clear the decks for a farewell Test match at home against South Africa. He is targeting the opening Test starting October 21 in Mirpur as his swansong. There is a second Test in Chittagong but it is believed that Shakib will play the first game and then fly off to the USA, where he is settled with his wife and three children. "Firstly, I would like to pay my respects to all the students who sacrificed their lives, led the anti-discrimination movement, and were martyred...

8Oct

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Shakib Al Hasan’s farewell Test in Bangladesh could become reality amid security concerns | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan. (Photo by MUNIR UZ ZAMAN/AFP via Getty Images) Bangladesh's cricket star Shakib Al Hasan might be able to play his farewell Test match at home as he desired, with growing support from top officials on the issue. According to a Cricbuzz report, Youth and Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain expressed his personal wish for Shakib to end his Test career in Bangladesh."He (Shakib) is a player who has contributed a lot to the country.Since he wishes to play his final Test match in Bangladesh, I personally hope he gets that opportunity," Bhuyain said during the Women's T20 World Cup match between Bangladesh and Scotland on October 3.Bhuyain assured that the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) would ensure Shakib gets top-level security. But he clarified that any allegations agai...

2Oct

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2nd Test: How India beat the odds to boost World Test Championship campaign – Times of India

India cricketers celebrate after defeating Bangladesh at Green Park Stadium in Kanpur. (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) India assert absolute home dominance; race past rain, time to beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets and complete 2-0 series sweepKANPUR: The 11 Indian players took the field at the Green Park stadium on Tuesday like a pack of wolves about to prey on a rather tame Bangladesh batting line-up.By lunch on Day 5, with three wickets a piece, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin had gobbled up the Bangladeshi batting for 146.And an hour into the second session, Yashasvi Jaiswal brought up his second belligerent half-century in the match as India knocked over the 96-run target with seven wickets in hand to sweep the series 2-0.Talk about taking conditions and pitch...

1Oct

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IND vs BAN second Test: Virat Kohli gifts his bat to retiring Shakib al Hasan

Virat Kohli greets Shakib Al Hasan after India’s win over Bangladesh in Kanpur on October 1, 2024 | Photo Credit: AFP Indian batting superstar Virat Kohli gifted one of his signed bats to the soon-to-be retired Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan after the home side completed a 2-0 Test series sweep over the visitors in Kanpur on Tuesday (October 1, 2024),Shakib, who played his last overseas Test in Kanpur, has already made it clear that he wouldn't play the home series against South Africa unless the current caretaker government in Bangladesh can assure his smooth passage out of the country. After the second Test ended in Kanpur with India winning by seven wickets, Kohli was seen walking towards the Bangladesh team and handing over his bat to Bangladesh's greatest ever cricketer. The d...

1Oct

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Gesture of Sportsmanship! Virat Kohli gifts bat to Shakib Al Hasan | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: After the conclusion of the second Test match in Kanpur, star India batter Virat Kohli presented his cricket bat to Shakib Al Hasan, the former captain of Bangladesh, as a token of appreciation for his outstanding Test career.Shakib has declared that if given the chance, the forthcoming series against South Africa will mark his final appearance on home soil. In the event that he is not selected, the series against India will serve as his farewell series."I am available for the South Africa series, but since there's a lot happening back home, naturally, not everything depends on me.I have discussed my plans for Test cricket with the BCB. Especially this series and the home series. I was thinking that it could be my last Test series," Shakib said in the pre-match press conference ...

30Sep

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2nd Test, Day 4 Highlights: Records tumble as India’s batting lights up rain-hit Bangladesh clash | Cricket News – Times of India

KANPUR: Records tumbled as India launched a batting blitz to overtake Bangladesh's first innings total of 233 in 28 overs, injecting fresh life into the rain-marred second test in Kanpur on Monday. On a frenetic day four, Rohit Sharma's men quickly bowled out Bangladesh and then unleashed batting mayhem at the Green Park Stadium scoring at a rate unprecedented in test cricket. India reached 50 runs in three overs, 100 in 10.1 and 200 in 24.2 -- the fastest ever by a test team -- in their bid to force a result in a test which has lost more than two days' play to bad weather. The hosts eventually declared at 285-9 and then reduced Bangladesh to 26-2 at stumps chasing victory in a match that seemed destined for a dull draw. Ravichandran Ashwin claimed the wickets of Zakir Hasan and Hasan Mahm...

30Sep

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Mohammed Siraj’s sensational catch leaves Shakib Al Hasan in disbelief – Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

Mohammed Siraj (BCCI Photo) India lifted their catching standards to a phenomenal level on day four of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, as Mohammed Siraj's spectacular leaping effort ended in a sensational one-handed catch to dismiss Shakib Al Hasan at the Green Park Stadium on Monday. Facing Ravichandran Ashwin, Shakib came out of his crease but was completely beaten as the Indian off-spinner's delivery dipped.Shakib lost his bottom-hand grip on the bat while going for the lofted drive. The shot ended up as a skier with Siraj back-paddling under it at mid-off. The ball looked to be going slightly over him, set to fall behind. But the Indian pacer leaped and bent backwards to get his left hand under the ball, and completed a brilliant effort. WATCHShakib (9), standing his grou...

26Sep

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India is the toughest assignment, pitches don’t matter much: Shakib Al Hasan

Bangladesh’s player Shakib Al Hasan addresses a press conference ahead of the 2nd Test cricket match between India and Bangladesh, at the Green Park Stadium, in Kanpur | Photo Credit: PTI Star Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan on Thursday (September 26, 2024) admitted that travelling to India is the toughest Test assignment and pitches don't make much difference due to the sheer quality of the hosts.Bangladesh are still searching for their first Test win against India since 2000, when they first clashed in Dhaka.The two teams have played 14 times against each other with India winning 12 contests while the remaining two ended in draws.“If you look at other countries, every now and then they will lose one or two games. But in India, you hardly see them losing in Test matches. So yes, I ...

26Sep

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India vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test: India poised to maintain upper hand against Bangladesh – Times of India

Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill. (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: India will want their big guns, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, to fire when the mighty hosts aim for a clean sweep against a beleaguered Bangladesh in the second and final Test starting here on Friday.The all-round performance of Ravichandran Ashwin, Shubman Gill's sublime century, Ravindra Jadeja's quality batting, and Rishabh Pant's roaring comeback allowed India to script a comfortable victory in Chennai, despite being put under pressure by the Bangladesh pacers on day one.The way India bounced back in the game reaffirmed their supremacy in Test cricket, especially at home, where they are on course for a record-extending 18th consecutive series win.Having made a successful return in white-ball cricket, it is now time for Pant to show...

26Sep

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Shakib Al Hasan still eligible for selection, says Bangladesh coach | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan. (Photo by R.Satish Babu/AFP via Getty Images) KANPUR: Shakib Al Hasan is under severe scrutiny. The face of Bangladesh cricket for 15 years, Shakib is now facing tough competition from the younger lot of players. A persisting niggle in his left index finger has also been a concern for the Bangladesh camp. But coach Chandika Hathurusinghe on Wednesday dismissed all speculation around Shakib’s place in the side."At the moment, I haven't heard from my physio or from anyone. He is still eligible for selection," was Hathurusinghe's curt response when asked about Shakib. The coach didn't want to single Shakib out after the heavy defeat in the first Test in Chennai. "I am not upset about his performance. Our overall performance, we could have done better. I'm sure he knows that. ...

25Sep

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2nd Test: Shakib Al Hasan available for selection, says Bangladesh coach | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan. (Photo by R.Satish Babu/AFP via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Shakib Al Hasan is eligible for selection for the second Test against India, according to Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusinghe, who downplayed worries about his fitness following an injury he sustained in the first match. While playing against India pacer Jasprit Bumrah in Chennai, Shakib got hurt on his finger. The second Test is scheduled to start on Friday.The 37-year-old spin all-rounder was only used for 21 overs across two Indian innings after being brought into the attack very late."At the moment, I haven't heard from my physio or from anyone. He is still eligible for selection," Hathurusinghe said after the team's first training session in Kanpur, as per PTI.In the second innings, when he struck 25 of...

22Sep

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‘Very brave question. Masha Allah!’: Najmul Shanto backs struggling Shakib Al Hasan to regain form | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto on Sunday expressed his support for the underperforming Shakib Al Hasan, emphasizing the all-rounder's efforts to regain his bowling form.In the recent loss to India at Chepauk, Bangladesh were defeated by a margin of 280 runs. Shakib, who is 37, recorded his most expensive bowling figures in Test cricket, conceding 129 runs in 21 overs without claiming a wicket in either innings.The match marked the fifth instance in Shakib's career where he failed to take a wicket after bowling a minimum of 20 overs in a Test match.When questioned about Shakib's position in the Test team, Shanto responded, "Very brave question. Masha Allah!""As a captain, honestly, I look at how much hard work a player is putting into his game. He (Shakib) is doing ever...

22Sep

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india vs bangladesh first test bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto post-match conference on september 22 2024

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto on Sunday (September 22, 2024) threw his weight behind the struggling Shakib Al Hasan and said the country's greatest all-rounder is doing everything in his capacity to regain his form with the ball. In the opening match against India at Chepauk, which Bangladesh lost by a huge margin of 280 runs, the 37-year-old Shakib logged his most expensive bowling figures in his Test career, leaking 129 runs in 21 overs while failing to take a single wicket across two innings. It was the fifth time in his career that he went wicketless in a Test match after bowling at least 20 overs. "Very brave question. Masha Allah!" the Bangladesh skipper responded when asked about a struggling Shakib's place in the Test team. "As a captain, honestly, I look at how much har...

22Sep

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‘A great result looking at what lies ahead for us’: Rohit Sharma sets sights on future as India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin delivered a match-winning performance as India secured a dominant 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the opening Test in Chennai, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Ashwin’s 6-88 dismantled Bangladesh, who were bowled out for 234 while chasing a massive target of 515. India captain Rohit Sharma, speaking after the win, lauded the team’s patience and resilience in the game, with special praise for Ashwin’s all-round brilliance."It was a great result looking at what lies ahead for us. We are playing after a long time, but you are never out of cricket," said Rohit, emphasizing the importance of the match in India’s larger cricketing journey. "We came here a week before, and we wanted the result we got."India vs Bangladest 1st Test HighlightsAshwin, who a...

22Sep

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Shubman Gill ‘satisfied’ with his batting display against spin | Cricket News – Times of India

India's Shubman Gill celebrates his century on the third day of the first Test. (PTI Photo) CHENNAI: Moments after completing a stroke-filled century against Bangladesh on the third day of the first Test here, the flamboyant Shubman Gill, in his trademark fashion, bowed to the crowd in celebration. While Gill was accorded a standing ovation, even by the players and coaches, he fully deserved an imitation of his celebratory act from the fans, who got their money's worth.The No.3 batter moved his feet like a nimble-footed ballet dancer, especially against spinners Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Shakib Al Hasan, both of whom were treated with disdain.During the course of his unbeaten 119, Gill landed many punches on Miraz, launching the offspinner for four sixes over deep midwicket. His well-compiled...

21Sep

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Shubman Gill reveals how he outsmarted Bangladesh spinners | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill showcased old-school cricket skills on Saturday to counter the Bangladesh spinners on a pitch showing variable bounce. The India batter emphasized it was part of his careful strategy to unsettle the bowlers.Gill scored an unbeaten 119, propelling India to declare at 287 for four in their second innings, giving them an overall lead of 514 on the third day of the first Test at Chepauk in Chennai."Initially when I used to practice, especially against spinners, I used to step down trying to rotate. It's the same here because it's hard for bowlers to settle on a wicket like this where the odd one is turning but not all the balls are turning," Gill told reporters in the post-day press meet.This approach was evident when he stepped out to hit off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz...

21Sep

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‘The best part was the whole calmness’: Tamim Iqbal lauds Shubman Gill | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Bangladesh cricketer Tamim Iqbal praised Indian batter Shubman Gill for his composure during his century against Bangladesh in the first Test at Chennai.Gill and Rishabh Pant's centuries powered India to set a monumental target of 515 runs in the first Test at Chennai. Both young batters showcased their attacking prowess, dismantling the Bangladeshi bowling attack with ease.Tamim shared his admiration for Gill's approach during his century while speaking on JioCinema.He said, "I think this is a calmness towards him. Even after reaching the hundred. Whatever balls he faced, there was always a calmness towards him. And I think he played some excellent shots. Played up a lovely, lovely innings. Yes, they are talking about Rishabh Pant, the sixes and the fours. But how well h...

21Sep

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Shakib Al Hasan becomes the oldest Bangladesh cricketer to play in Test match | Cricket News – Times of India

Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Shakib Al Hasan became the oldest player to represent Bangladesh in Test cricket on Saturday. The 37-year-old all-rounder broke the previous record set by Mohammad Rafique. Shakib took the field on Day 3 of the first Test against India in Chennai, at 37 years and 181 days old. Rafique was 37 years and 180 days when he last played in 2008.Shakib has been a key player for Bangladesh for over a decade.His record comes as Bangladesh faced a challenging match situation against India. At lunch on Day 3, India, 205/3, have extended their lead to 432 runs with Shubman Gill (86*) and Rishabh Pant (82*) in the middle for the hosts.India had dominated the first innings too, largely thanks to Jasprit Bumrah, who took 4 for 50 and helped bowl Banglade...

21Sep

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EXPLAINED: Why Bangladesh batsman Shakib Al Hasan is holding a band between his teeth while batting | Cricket News – Times of India

Shakib Al Hasan (Photo: Video grabs) Former Bangladesh captain and veteran allrounder is using an interesting technique to get his stance and head position right while batting in the first Test against India at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.Images of a thin black band clenched between his teeth while facing up to a bowler have been doing the rounds on social media, leading to the question what makes Shakib do that.Former India opener Aakash Chopra, who is also doing commentary in the two-match Test series, explained the reason when a batsman can attempt such unique corrective measures. "While (the left-handed Shakib) is in his stance, he keeps pushing his head inwards, almost towards mid-on. Why he's doing this is because somebody must have told him that he can do this to address t...

20Sep

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Virat Kohli takes a witty jab at Shakib Al Hasan: ‘Tu Malinga Bana Hua Hai!’ | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Batting maestro Virat Kohli couldn't help but lighten the mood with a hilarious remark aimed at Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan during the second day of the first Test in Chennai.Kohli found himself at the crease early in the second innings, just like the first, as India lost two quick wickets in the form of skipper Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal within the first seven overs.Following the departure of the openers, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill steadied the innings, helping India surpass the 50-run mark. However, Kohli’s stay at the crease was brief; he scored just 17 runs before being adjudged LBW to Mehidy Hasan Miraz in the 20th over. Kohli’s innings consisted of 37 balls, marking another early exit for the experienced batsman.The incident occurred during India's seco...

19Sep

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1st Test, Day 1 Highlights: Ton-up R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja lift India to 339/6 against Bangladesh | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin's sixth Test century, combined with Ravindra Jadeja's resilient knock, propelled India to a commanding 339 for six at stumps on day one of the first Test against Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.Bangladesh's decision to bowl first after winning the toss yielded early dividends. Pacer Hasan Mahmud, making his third Test appearance, ripped through India's top order with a fiery spell of 6-3. Rohit Sharma (6), Shubman Gill (0), and Virat Kohli (6) fell victim to Mahmud's early onslaught, leaving India precariously placed at 29 for three.KL Rahul (16) and Rishabh Pant (39) attempted to rebuild the innings, but their partnership was cut short by Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Mahmud respectively, leaving India reeling at 144 for six.However, the experie...