The veteran all-rounder from Bangladesh, Shakib Al Hasan, is not considered for the selection in the Bangladesh squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Wes Indies, which is set to begin December 8.
Shakib did not get to play his last Test match on home grounds since security reasons had expressed that he wants to play for his country in Champions Trophy 2024.
He was not a part of ODI series against Afghanistan, and now is not going to be playing against West Indies as well. This is going to be the last ODI series for Bangladesh before the major ICC tournament next year.
“He (Shakib) is not available for the ODIs against West Indies, and we have prepared our squad accordingly,” said a member of the selection panel on November 30.
Shakib is going to play in the upcoming Lanka T10 Super League during the ODI series between Bangladesh and West Indies. He is currently playing for Bangla Tigers in the ongoing Abu Dhabi T10 League.
An official from Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) even stated that Shakib is not in the right condition to play and that there is a massive difference between league cricket and international cricket.
“Given his current mental state, we felt Shakib isn’t in the right condition to play. Playing franchise cricket is not the same as representing the national team,” the official said.
After the Abu Dhabi T10 League comes to an end, Shakib is going to be seen in action for Galle Marvels at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on December 11.
