In a heartwarming gesture following India’s 2-0 Test series sweep over Bangladesh in Kanpur, Virat Kohli gifted his cricket bat to former Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan, honoring his remarkable Test career.
This gift holds added significance as Shakib has hinted that this could be his farewell series, especially if he doesn’t get the opportunity to play against South Africa in the upcoming home series.
Shakib, a legendary figure in Bangladesh cricket, announced that if the South Africa series goes as planned, it could serve as his final appearance on home soil. However, if the series doesn’t materialize, the matches against India could mark his last Test appearances. Shakib shared these thoughts in a pre-match press conference, highlighting discussions with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) about his retirement plans.
Shakib also addressed concerns regarding his safety upon returning to Bangladesh. The country’s political instability following Sheikh Hasina’s resignation as Prime Minister has created tensions, particularly as Shakib has been linked to a murder case in Dhaka, and there are concerns about his safety upon returning home. Despite these challenges, Shakib remains hopeful for a smooth resolution, allowing him to safely return to Bangladesh.
Meanwhile, on the cricket field, Yashasvi Jaiswal played a pivotal role in India’s victory, scoring an exceptional fifty in the second innings to guide India to a seven-wicket win. Jaiswal was named the Man of the Match for his consistent contributions with the bat across both innings.
